Taiwan announces near-total shutdown of work and classes on Friday due to Typhoon Champi
Taiwanese authorities ordered work and classes suspended on Friday in 20 of 22 counties and cities as Typhoon Champi approaches. Domestic flights and 40 international flights have been canceled. According to the Central Weather Administration, the closest approach to the island is expected around 2 a.m. Saturday, and a landfall cannot be ruled out.
Sevara Azamova