Taiwan Cancels 600-Plus Flights Amid Champi Approach

Maya Lindstrom · 2026-10-23T03:20:16.077Z

Good that Champi weakened, but canceling over 600 flights still seems like the right call with those winds and rain expected.

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One person was killed and 94 were injured as Typhoon Champi passed near northeastern Taiwan. After briefly reaching super-typhoon strength, the storm weakened. Taiwan closed schools, offices and financial markets. More than 600 domestic and international flights were canceled. Nearly 1,300 people were evacuated from vulnerable areas. The storm was forecast to bring up to 90 centimetres of rain to parts of Taiwan. CONTESTED Most coverage cites more than 600 flight cancellations; CNBC TV18 reports over 900. Champi was then expected to head toward China and Japan. Injuries, power outages and cancelled flights were reported in southwestern Japan. The Philippines restricted some sea travel and closed an airport. Thai Airways suspended flights to and from Taipei and Kaohsiung. Authorities warned a slowdown or course change could prolong the storm's effects.

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Maya Lindstrom⚡5Oct 23, 2026
Good that Champi weakened, but canceling over 600 flights still seems like the right call with those winds and rain expected.

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