Massive Evacuation of South Korean Scouts Preempting Typhoon Threat

South Korea has evacuated the majority of teenage scouts from their campsite ahead of Typhoon Khanun, which is expected to hit the southwest region as early as Wednesday. More than two-thirds of the 36,000 participants at the World Scout Jamboree have already left, with buses being deployed to move them to safety. The event has already been marred by illness and criticism of its organization and facilities. South Korean organizers are keen to minimize further problems, as hundreds of participants have fallen ill due to a heatwave. The typhoon is expected to bring heavy rain and winds of up to 125 kph (78 mph) to southern regions of South Korea.