Super Typhoon Champi briefly reached super typhoon strength as it made its closest approach to Guam, with peak winds of 269 km/h knocking out power and water across the island. Schools are closed for inspection and a federal emergency declaration is in place. Forecasters expect the storm to push toward Taiwan later this week.
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