Staff at a hotel in downtown Kaohsiung, Taiwan, worked together to desperately try to prevent the building's revolving door from spinning out of control in strong winds brought by Typhoon Krathon.

Hotel Staff Struggle to Keep Doors Closed as Typhoon Krathon Hits Kaohsiung


Footage filmed by Steve O around 11 a.m. (local time) in downtown Kaohsiung captures the intense moment as the eye wall of Typhoon Krathon slams into the city. The video shows hotel staff desperately trying to keep the doors closed against the ferocious winds, illustrating the sheer force of the storm. The typhoon has caused significant damage in Kaohsiung, with strong winds and heavy rainfall leaving widespread destruction in its path. Typhoon Krathon's unusual landfall on Taiwan's southwestern coast continues to wreak havoc, disrupting daily life across the region.

Video Credit: Steve O