Typhoon Yagi, locally referred to as Typhoon Podul, has made landfall in Taitung, Taiwan, bringing with it winds that have been recorded at speeds of up to 191 kilometers per hour.

In response to the imminent threat, authorities have initiated evacuations affecting more than 5,500 residents across nine cities and counties.

These evacuations are part of comprehensive safety measures designed to protect citizens from the impacts of the typhoon.

In addition to the evacuations, the typhoon has also caused significant disruptions to transportation.

As of the latest reports, a total of 252 domestic flights and 129 international flights have been canceled due to adverse weather conditions resulting from the typhoon's approach.

The Taiwan Civil Aeronautics Administration has stated that these cancellations may continue as the storm progresses.

Meteorological forecasts indicate that Typhoon Yagi is expected to bring severe rainfall, with estimates suggesting that up to 600 millimeters of rain could fall in affected areas.

This substantial amount of precipitation raises heightened concerns over potential landslides and flooding, particularly in geographical regions prone to such natural disasters.

Authorities are on alert for these risks and have been urging residents in vulnerable areas to take precautions and heed evacuation orders.