Heavy rains from nearby Typhoon Mekkhala pound Taiwan, 200 to be evacuated on east coast

Typhoon Mekkhala's outer bands have unleashed heavy rains and localized flooding across Taipei and southern Taiwan. Authorities are evacuating over 200 residents in eastern Taiwan due to a rapidly filling barrier lake, a stark reminder of last year's deadly breach. While no casualties are reported yet, the island braces for continued rainfall, crucial for replenishing reservoirs after dry winters.