Super Typhoon Ragasa sparks mass evacuation of South China Sea platforms

CNOOC has switched 31 platforms to unmanned, satellite-controlled facilities, ensuring oil output continues while keeping crews onshore

This screenshot from CNOOC video footage shows the company evacuating offshore workers from South China Sea platforms ahead of Typhoon Ragasa.
This screenshot from CNOOC video footage shows the company evacuating offshore workers from South China Sea platforms ahead of Typhoon Ragasa.Photo: CNOOC
Published 24 September 2025, 07:12Updated 24 September 2025, 07:12
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