Mass evacuations in Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin brings more torrential rain to China
Summary
Typhoon Dolphin caused heavy rain and flooding in northern and central China, leading to mass evacuations in Beijing and other areas. Authorities closed tourist sites, moved vulnerable people to safety, and suspended transportation to protect residents from floods and landslides.Key Facts
- Thousands were evacuated in Beijing due to risks of flooding and landslides caused by Typhoon Dolphin.
- Beijing received heavy rain, with some areas expecting over 200mm in 24 hours, which is a large amount compared to the city’s usual yearly rain.
- An orange rainstorm warning was in place for Beijing, signaling serious weather.
- Over 1,300 tourists were evacuated or turned away from closed attractions; more than 5,000 elderly people and around 1,800 residents near risky areas were relocated.
- Public transport was disrupted, with 250 bus routes stopped and slower trains on 10 metro lines in Beijing.
- Typhoon Dolphin hit Zhejiang province but its leftover moisture caused heavy rain far inland.
- Hebei and Henan provinces also faced severe weather threats, including floods and landslides, with Henan on the highest alarm level and expecting up to 350mm of rain.
- China is experiencing more extreme weather events, linked to climate change and the El Niño pattern, which increases temperatures and typhoon activity.
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