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Taiwan typhoon death toll rises to 11
Taipei (AFP) Sept 16, 2008 Rescuers on Tuesday continued search operations after Typhoon Sinlaku pounded Taiwan over the weekend, leaving at least 11 people dead, officials said. Another 11 people remained missing in central Taiwan, where floods and mudslides triggered by up to 160 centimetres (62 inches) of rain caused bridges, hotels and houses to collapse, the National Fire Agency said. At least 20 people were also injured when Sinlaku lashed the island with powerful winds and torrential rain, disrupting land and air traffic and causing power blackouts. Hundreds of rescuers have been mobilised to combat floods and conduct rescue missions, while nearly 2,000 people were evacuated to safety, the agency said. Sinlaku also caused more than 500 million Taiwan dollars (15.63 million US) in damage to agriculture, the authorities said. Community Email This Article Comment On This Article Share This Article With Planet Earth
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At least four dead after Typhoon Sinlaku pounds Taiwan
Taipei (AFP) Sept 15, 2008Four people have been confirmed dead and 11 others are missing after Typhoon Sinlaku pounded Taiwan with fierce winds and torrential rain, rescuers said Monday. |
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