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Some of the strongest winds in years whipped up a frenzy as they blew in from the sea

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The destructive force of the mighty storm was clear from the outset

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At Busan Port, huge container cranes were blown from their foundations

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As the storms swept inland, objects weighing several tons were simply tossed aside...

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... while smaller vehicles were crushed under piles of debris

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The typhoon packed a deadly punch as it cut a swathe through the south of the country

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As the storm dissipated, residents faced the daunting task of calculating the damage