15/08/2013 12:42
Typhoon Utor kills at least one person
Chinese officials say Typhoon Utor killed at least one person and left five others missing in southern Guangdong Province before weakening to a tropical storm on Thursday, the VoA reports.
The storm made landfall Wednesday, bringing winds over 150 kilometers per hour and heavy rains that state media say caused torrential flooding and mountain torrents.
Tens of thousands were evacuated ahead of the storm, which also forced the closure of some schools, offices and public transportation. Only minor damage was reported.