Super Typhoon Krathon is barreling toward Taiwan, with satellite images showing the massive storm system bearing down on the island. Taiwan's Central Weather Administration (CWA) predicts that Krathon,

Taiwan mobilised nearly 40,000 troops on Tuesday to bolster rescue efforts as the powerful Typhoon Krathon approaching its populous southwest coast is expected to bring a storm surge and the coast guard raced to locate 19 sailors who abandoned ship.

Taiwan will close its $2.5 trillion stock market as Super Typhoon Krathon approaches the island with strong winds and heavy rain.