• Typhoon Bavi has resulted in at least 15 deaths due to landslides in the Philippines.
• Thousands of residents in Taiwan are being evacuated as the storm approaches.
• The typhoon is expected to affect Taiwan and Japan before making landfall in China.

Typhoon Bavi has wreaked havoc across East Asia, causing at least 15 deaths in the Philippines due to landslides triggered by heavy rain. The landslides occurred on the southern island of Mindanao, where six individuals are still reported missing as rescue efforts continue, according to BBC and India Times.

As Typhoon Bavi approaches Taiwan, it is anticipated to be the largest storm to strike the island in over three decades. Authorities have reported that more than 2,000 residents have been evacuated from their homes in vulnerable areas, particularly in Hualien, and many are taking precautions by stocking supplies and securing properties. Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has urged citizens to remain vigilant as the storm is set to bring extreme conditions, including rainfall amounts nearing one meter (39 inches), according to Le Monde and India Times.

The Central Weather Administration (CWA) in Taiwan has noted that Bavi's winds have weakened to a maximum of 155 km/h, with gusts up to 190 km/h. However, the impact is still expected to be significant as the storm moves toward Taiwan and then Japan’s southwest islands, where preparations are underway. Schools and businesses have shut down across the affected areas, while hundreds of flights have been canceled, affecting travel for thousands, as reported by BBC and Le Monde.

After impacting Taiwan, Typhoon Bavi is forecasted to make landfall in southeastern China this weekend, amidst ongoing recovery efforts from previous severe weather events, including Typhoon Maysak which recently left at least 39 dead in China. Emergency services have been mobilized in anticipation of Bavi's arrival, as parts of China are still reeling from earlier disasters, as highlighted by India Times and Le Monde.