A powerful typhoon has devastated regions in Vietnam and the Philippines, causing significant loss of life and extensive damage to infrastructure. Official reports indicate that at least 27 people in the Philippines have died, primarily due to drowning and debris-related incidents, as heavy rains and strong winds forced 400,000 residents to evacuate. Meanwhile, in Vietnam, Typhoon Bualoi made landfall with winds reaching 130 kilometers per hour (80 miles per hour), resulting in at least 13 fatalities and leaving 20 individuals missing. The storm has caused substantial damage, impacting over 44,200 homes, flooding nearly 6,000 hectares of crops, and leading to the evacuation of over 53,000 people to makeshift shelters. As the typhoon weakened while moving into Laos, it left behind a trail of destruction, including power outages and transport disruptions, with more than 180 flights canceled or delayed in affected areas. Emergency services continue to respond to the aftermath of the storm, which follows the impact of Super Typhoon Ragasa that struck the Philippines recently, resulting in additional fatalities and highlighting the increasing severity of natural disasters in the region.
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