Newly released drone footage shows the destructive force of Super Typhoon Ragasa as it tore apart a bridge in Taiwan, underscoring the storm’s devastating impact.

At least 15 people have been confirmed dead and 17 remain missing after a barrier lake overflowed amid relentless downpours triggered by the storm’s outer bands. Emergency teams are racing to locate survivors and prevent further flooding in vulnerable areas.

Ragasa, the world’s strongest typhoon so far this year, has disrupted life across several Asian megacities. In Hong Kong, streets were eerily empty as waves taller than lampposts battered the city’s promenades, forcing authorities to shut down transportation and coastal access.

Officials across the region continue to urge residents to remain cautious as the storm, though weakening, still poses serious risks of flooding, landslides, and infrastructure collapse.