Super Typhoon Bavi Tears Through Rota Island

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Super Typhoon Bavi, equivalent to a Category 5 hurricane, struck Rota Island in the Pacific on Monday with 180 mph winds, causing major damage.
Residents reported heavy winds and flooding, with some cellphone services down due to a fallen tower.
Other nearby islands experienced lesser impacts.

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Super Typhoon Bavi, equivalent to a Category 5 hurricane, struck Rota Island in the Pacific on Monday with 180 mph winds, causing major damage. Residents reported heavy winds and flooding, with some cellphone services down due to a fallen tower. Other nearby islands experienced lesser impacts.

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