Howling winds and sheets of rain: In the eye of a typhoon in China
Summary
A powerful typhoon named Ragasa hit the southern coast of China, particularly affecting the city of Zhuhai. The storm brought strong winds and heavy rain, causing evacuations and significant disruptions to daily life. Authorities had taken extensive precautions to prepare for the storm, including issuing safety warnings and conducting evacuations.Key Facts
- Typhoon Ragasa brought 100 mph (160 km/h) winds to Zhuhai, China.
- Police urged residents to stay indoors as the typhoon caused significant disruption.
- The storm had already caused at least 15 deaths in eastern Taiwan.
- More than 60 people were injured in Hong Kong as the storm passed by.
- Nearly two million people were evacuated from Guangdong province in China.
- The Chinese government issued a red alert for high tides and coastal surges.
- Zhuhai, a city used to typhoons, implemented safety measures such as taping windows and using sandbags.
- Chinese authorities had warned of the storm days beforehand, calling it a potential "catastrophic disaster."
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