Taipei: Taiwan has begun large-scale emergency preparations as Typhoon Fung-Wong approaches its eastern coastline, prompting the evacuation of more than 3,000 residents from vulnerable areas. The storm, which has already wreaked havoc in the Philippines, is forecast to strike Taiwan late Tuesday or early Wednesday, bringing with it heavy rains, high winds, and a significant risk of flooding and landslides.

Authorities in several coastal and mountainous regions, including Hualien, Taitung, and Yilan counties, ordered preemptive evacuations to prevent casualties from flash floods and potential landslides. As of Tuesday morning, official figures indicated that 3,337 residents had been moved to designated shelters.

Local governments have also announced the suspension of schools and office

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