Overview

• Now a tropical storm, Ragasa is tracking west toward Vietnam, where the prime minister ordered protections for key infrastructure and coastal vessels and some flights were adjusted.
• The cyclone made landfall near Hailing Island in Yangjiang, Guangdong, prompting relocations of more than 2 million people, widespread flooding, power cuts and the destruction of tens of thousands of trees.
• Hong Kong lowered its highest typhoon signal, resumed flights and business, and reported about 100 storm-related injuries after severe coastal flooding and extensive damage to trees and property.
• Taiwan revised its death toll to 14, all in Hualien County, after a barrier lake overflowed during torrential rain, and authorities say dozens remain unaccounted for as searches continue.
• Guangdong crews are repairing damaged undersea cables that cut communications to Shangchuan and Xiachuan islands, while central funds have been directed to support rescue and recovery in affected provinces.