Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in China as its strongest storm this year
Summary
Typhoon Dolphin, the strongest storm to hit China this year, made landfall on the east coast, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding risks. The storm caused evacuations, flight cancellations, and power outages as it moved through several provinces.Key Facts
- Typhoon Dolphin hit near Yuhuan in Zhejiang province with winds of 94 mph, similar to a category 1 hurricane.
- Over 1 million people were evacuated in eastern China due to the storm.
- Shanghai cancelled about 1,500 flights and moved ships to safer locations.
- The storm caused injuries and power outages in Okinawa, Japan before reaching China.
- Heavy rain, up to 10-20 inches, was expected in Zhejiang and nearby provinces, raising flood and landslide risks.
- Authorities halted offshore work, suspended ferries, and opened emergency shelters in affected areas.
- The storm is forecast to slow and weaken as it moves inland, but heavy rain may continue.
- Experts say climate change is making powerful storms like this more common.
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