Typhoon Hinnamnor batters South Korea, leaves thousands without power

Typhoon Hinnamnor, one of the most powerful to bear down on South Korea in decades, hit the southern island of Jeju overnight before making landfall near the port city of Busan, which was battered by huge waves and heavy rain which damaged roads and shops. The typhoon has disrupted daily life and more than 60,000 households nationwide lost power.

Typhoon Hinnamnor departed South Korea on September 6 after making landfall in the country's south, leaving thousands of people displaced and causing huge destruction. Credit: Reuters Photo

It was reported that typhoon Hinnamnor left the Korean peninsula at about 7:10 am through waters off the southeastern city of Ulsan after landing on the coastal city of Geoje. Credit: AFP Photo

President Yoon Suk-yeol has urged officials to take precautions until the typhoon is completely gone, his spokesperson said. Credit: AFP Photo

Damages were reported in the southeastern city of Pohang. A resident was swept away and killed by strong currents while trying to evacuate, while the typhoon also left one injured and two others missing, the Ministry of Interior and Safety confirmed. Credit: AFP Photo

More than 60,000 households nationwide lost power because of the typhoon. Credit: AFP Photo

The number of casualties could rise as authorities continue rescue operations. Credit: Reuters Photo

About 2,900 people were evacuated, mostly in the southern regions, and more than 66,000 homes experienced power outages. Credit: AFP Photo

The typhoon has forced hundreds of flight cancellations, suspension of business operations and school closings. Credit: AFP Photo

A spokesperson for Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering said there were no incidents at its shipyard so far, and it halted production during the morning as planned. Credit: AFP Photo

South Korean rescue workers rescue a man from a flooded riverside park in Ulsan. Credit: AFP Photo