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Typhoon Krathon tracker: Taiwan braces for powerful storm after very destructive rainfall in Philippines [Video]

Philippine Coast Guard tows stranded speedboat amid Typhoon Krathon

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A powerful typhoon has lashed the Philippines and is now churning towards Taiwan, prompting warnings and flight cancellations.

Krathon has been upgraded to a strong typhoon, with sustained winds reaching up to 175 kmph (109 mph) and gusts as high as 215 kmph (133 mph).

The slow-moving storm was blowing westward and could strengthen into a super typhoon when it veers northeastward on Tuesday towards Taiwan.

Taiwan issued a land warning …

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