Around the world | Typhoon Jaime forces the Philippines and Taiwan to halt business and aviation

ArabiaWeather - On July 24, the authorities in Taiwan suspended studies, closed financial markets, suspended work, canceled flights, and put the army on alert, as part of its preparations for Hurricane Jaime, which is expected to arrive from the Philippines. The Philippines had taken similar measures, as the authorities in the capital, Manila, suspended work and study, and closed stock and currency markets.

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How did Typhoon Jaime affect Taiwan and the Philippines?

According to international media, Typhoon Jaime, which is considered the first typhoon to hit Taiwan this season, is expected to make landfall on the northeastern coast early this evening. Taiwan's Central Weather Administration classifies the typhoon as a moderate-strength typhoon, and it is likely to move... Across the Taiwan Strait.

Preparation measures in Taiwan led to almost deserted streets in the capital, Taipei, as heavy rain fell during rush hour.

In the Philippines, heavy rains accompanying Hurricane Jaime and monsoon winds caused the cessation of work and study in the capital and the northern provinces, with the suspension of currency and stock trading. Local media reported the possibility of floods and landslides as a result of the rain.

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