Thousands without power as typhoon Doksuri lashes Philippines
Strong winds and rain lashed the northern Philippines as Typhoon Doksuri made landfall on Wednesday, causing rivers to overflow and leaving thousands without power. Residents in coastal communities had been evacuated ahead of the storm, which brought winds of up to 175 kilometres per hour (108 miles per hour) and is expected to sustain strength as continues its course toward Taiwan and China. More than 4,000 passengers were stranded at various ports in the country after sea travel was suspended, the Philippine coast guard said.