Typhoon Bavi, described as one of the largest storms to hit Taiwan in more than 30 years, has caused significant damage across parts of Asia. The storm is expected to bring maximum sustained winds of up to 155 km/h, with gusts reaching 190 km/h, according to Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration.
As the typhoon approaches Taiwan and China, several flights between Singapore and North Asia have been cancelled. Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced that four flights to and from Taipei on Saturday, July 11, have been cancelled. Additionally, ten SIA flights to and from Shanghai’s Pudong International Airport over the weekend have been affected.
“SIA will be contacting all affected customers to inform them about the flight cancellations or changes to the flight schedules,” the airline said. Passengers are advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport and to contact the airline for rebooking options if their travel plans are disrupted.
The typhoon has also led to severe consequences in the region, with at least 15 people killed and six others missing after landslides triggered by heavy rains on the southern Philippine island of Mindanao, authorities reported.
Photo: AFP/I-Hwa Cheng
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