Thousands of people have been evacuated in South Korea as Typhoon Hinnamnor made landfall in the southern part of the country on Tuesday (September 6). Authorities have said that heavy rain and strong wind will continue throughout the day.&nbsp;

The powerful&nbsp;typhoon left&nbsp;at least two people dead, 10 missing and thousands displaced, authorities said.

Typhoon Hinnamnor left thousands without power after it hit the country's southern island of Jeju overnight before making landfall near the port city of Busan.&nbsp;

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The landfall led to huge waves and heavy rain, that damaged the beachfront roads and shops. The authorities said that the typhoon was moving at a speed of 43 metres per second when it made landfall.&nbsp;

The Korea Meteorological Administration said that the typhoon left the Korean peninsula at about 7:10 am (local time) through waters off the southeastern city of Ulsan after landing on the coastal city of Geoje.&nbsp;

Typhoon Hinnamnor is one of the most powerful to hit the country in decades.&nbsp;The Weather Channel reported that the typhoon brought winds of more than 100mph.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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President Yoon Suk-yeol convened response meetings and urged officials to take precautions until the typhoon is completely gone, his spokesperson said.&nbsp;

The weather agency issued a warning against "very" high waves in the coastal areas. It said, "Heavy rains, strong winds and a storm surge are expected until Tuesday."&nbsp;

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Thousands of people have been evacuated in South Korea as Typhoon Hinnamnor made landfall in the southern part of the country on Tuesday (September 6). Authorities have said that heavy rain and strong wind will continue throughout the day.

Thousands of people have been evacuated in South Korea as Typhoon Hinnamnor made landfall in the southern part of the country on Tuesday (September 6). Authorities have said that heavy rain and strong wind will continue throughout the day. The powerful typhoon left at least two people dead, 10 missing and thousands displaced, authorities said. Typhoon Hinnamnor left thousands without power after it hit the country's southern island of Jeju overnight before making landfall near the port city of Busan. ALSO READ | One of two suspects in Canada mass stabbings found dead, other still at large The landfall led to huge waves and heavy rain, that damaged the beachfront roads and shops. The authorities said that the typhoon was moving at a speed of 43 metres per second when it made landfall. The Korea Meteorological Administration said that the typhoon left the Korean peninsula at about 7:10 am (local time) through waters off the southeastern city of Ulsan after landing on the coastal city of Geoje. Typhoon Hinnamnor is one of the most powerful to hit the country in decades. The Weather Channel reported that the typhoon brought winds of more than 100mph. ALSO READ | Russia postpones referendum in occupied Kherson region after Ukraine intensifies shelling President Yoon Suk-yeol convened response meetings and urged officials to take precautions until the typhoon is completely gone, his spokesperson said. The weather agency issued a warning against "very" high waves in the coastal areas. It said, "Heavy rains, strong winds and a storm surge are expected until Tuesday." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Thousands evacuate as Typhoon Hinnamnor hits South Korea

Police in South Korea has launched manhunt for a Malaysian worker after $13.38 million went missing from a casino in the tourist island of Jeju.

The female employee reportedly belonged to the Landing International’s Jeju Shinhwa World. Reports said the employee who is in her 50s disappeared before Christmas and hasn't been seen since.

Media reports said there were at least two perpetrators involved however it cannot be confirmed with some suggesting that the theft was carried out over a period of time involving seven to eight months.

The Hong Kong-backed casino resort destination was opened three years ago with only foreigners allowed to gamble.

According to Yonhap news service, 291,200 50,000-won bills weighing 280 kilos have gone missing from the casino. The news agency reported that the footage of the robbery has been erased.

“The board of directors of the Company wishes to inform the shareholders and potential investors of the Company that on 4 January 2021, the management of the Group discovered that certain funds amounting to approximately 14.56 billion won … kept in Jeju, South Korea, was missing,” Landing International said.

“Currently, the management of the Group is unable to reach the employee in charge of the funds. The company has immediately reported the incident to the police in South Korea and they are currently investigating the incident,” the group said.

Police in South Korea has launched manhunt for a Malaysian worker after $13.38 million went missing from a casino in the tourist island of Jeju. The female employee reportedly belonged to the Landing International’s Jeju Shinhwa World.

Police in South Korea has launched manhunt for a Malaysian worker after $13.38 million went missing from a casino in the tourist island of Jeju. The female employee reportedly belonged to the Landing International’s Jeju Shinhwa World. Reports said the employee who is in her 50s disappeared before Christmas and hasn't been seen since. Media reports said there were at least two perpetrators involved however it cannot be confirmed with some suggesting that the theft was carried out over a period of time involving seven to eight months. The Hong Kong-backed casino resort destination was opened three years ago with only foreigners allowed to gamble. According to Yonhap news service, 291,200 50,000-won bills weighing 280 kilos have gone missing from the casino. The news agency reported that the footage of the robbery has been erased. “The board of directors of the Company wishes to inform the shareholders and potential investors of the Company that on 4 January 2021, the management of the Group discovered that certain funds amounting to approximately 14.56 billion won … kept in Jeju, South Korea, was missing,” Landing International said. “Currently, the management of the Group is unable to reach the employee in charge of the funds. The company has immediately reported the incident to the police in South Korea and they are currently investigating the incident,” the group said.

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Thousands evacuate as Typhoon Hinnamnor hits South Korea

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