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Storms from Dolphin soak China's east, ground nearly 950 Shanghai flights

Storms from Dolphin soak China's east, ground nearly 950 Shanghai flights

By Nicoco Chan and Liz Lee SHANGHAI/BEIJING, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Torrential rain and storms in Typhoon Dolphin's wake inundated several provinces in China's east, drenching the coastal region and flooding streets in Shanghai, where around 40% of flights were grounded on Monday due to the weather.
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Typhoon Dolphin Forces Evacuation of Over a Million in Zhejiang, China

Typhoon Dolphin Forces Evacuation of Over a Million in Zhejiang, China

Typhoon Dolphin, one of the strongest typhoons to hit China this year, made landfall twice in Zhejiang Province, bringing with it severe winds and heavy rainfall. The typhoon first landed in Taizhou City and later in Wenzhou City, with wind speeds reaching up to 151 kilometers per hour. The Chinese Central Meteorological Observatory issued a red alert, the highest level of warning, as the storm caused significant disruptions, including flooding and landslides. Over a million people have been evacuated from affected areas to ensure their safety.
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Beijing Issues Red Alert as Typhoon Dolphin Disrupts Flights in Shanghai

Beijing Issues Red Alert as Typhoon Dolphin Disrupts Flights in Shanghai

Beijing has issued a red rainstorm alert as Typhoon Dolphin continues to move north after making landfall in eastern China. The storm has already caused significant disruptions in Shanghai, where nearly 40% of flights were canceled due to heavy rain. The weather system is expected to maintain its strength, with rains forecasted to intensify over the next three days. Authorities in Beijing are warning residents to avoid outdoor activities, especially in mountainous districts where the risk of torrents is high.
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China Issues Red Alert as Typhoon Dolphin Forces Mass Evacuations and Flight Cancellations

China Issues Red Alert as Typhoon Dolphin Forces Mass Evacuations and Flight Cancellations

China has issued its highest storm alert as Typhoon Dolphin approaches, prompting the evacuation of over 1 million people and the cancellation of nearly 1,400 flights in and out of Shanghai. The typhoon, which has already impacted Japan's Okinawa and Taiwan with heavy rain and strong winds, is expected to make landfall in China's eastern coastal regions. The National Meteorological Centre of China forecasts extraordinary torrential rain in central and eastern Zhejiang, with wind speeds exceeding 150 km/h. Authorities have relocated residents and suspended work and transport services in anticipation of the storm's impact.
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Typhoon Dolphin Strikes Eastern China, Leading to Mass Evacuations and Flight Cancellations

Typhoon Dolphin Strikes Eastern China, Leading to Mass Evacuations and Flight Cancellations

Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in Yuhuan, Zhejiang province, China, on Sunday evening, bringing with it strong winds of up to 151 kilometers per hour and heavy rainfall. The storm prompted the National Meteorological Center to issue a red alert, the highest level in China's typhoon warning system. As a result, over a million people were evacuated from their homes, with significant numbers relocated in cities like Wenzhou and Shanghai. The storm has caused widespread disruption, including the cancellation of nearly 1,000 flights at Shanghai's airports, which reduced their capacity by almost 40%. Public transport services, including local trains, were also suspended in Shanghai due to flooding. The typhoon has since weakened into a tropical storm as it moved inland, affecting provinces such as Anhui, Jiangsu, and Shandong.
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Tropical Storm Dolphin Causes Major Disruptions in Eastern China

Tropical Storm Dolphin Causes Major Disruptions in Eastern China

Tropical Storm Dolphin has led to significant disruptions in eastern China, particularly in Shanghai, where over 900 flights were canceled due to heavy rainfall and flooding. The storm, which made landfall as a typhoon, has also caused the suspension of metro lines and train services. Authorities have issued warnings about severe flooding and landslides, prompting evacuations of hundreds of thousands of people. The storm's impact extends beyond China, as it intensified monsoon rains in the Philippines, resulting in landslides and casualties.
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Typhoon Dolphin hits China's east coast, over 1 million evacuated

Typhoon Dolphin hits China's east coast, over 1 million evacuated

BEIJING, Aug 9 (Reuters) - Typhoon Dolphin, the most powerful tropical cyclone to hit China this year, made landfall on the country's eastern coast on Sunday, bringing torrential rain and strong winds and triggering warnings of flooding and landslides.
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Typhoon Dolphin Causes Massive Evacuations and Disruptions in China

Typhoon Dolphin Causes Massive Evacuations and Disruptions in China

Typhoon Dolphin, the most powerful tropical cyclone to hit China this year, made landfall on the country's eastern coast, bringing torrential rain and strong winds. The storm has led to the evacuation of over one million people and significant disruptions in transportation, including the cancellation of approximately 1,500 flights in Shanghai. The typhoon, which previously affected Japan's Okinawa prefecture, is expected to continue causing heavy rainfall and potential flooding and landslides in several Chinese provinces, including Zhejiang, Shanghai, and Jiangsu. Authorities have taken precautionary measures such as moving offshore workers to safety, ordering vessels back to port, and increasing checks at reservoirs and landslide-prone areas.
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Typhoon Dolphin set to hit China's east coast, triggering flood warnings

Typhoon Dolphin set to hit China's east coast, triggering flood warnings

BEIJING, Aug 9 (Reuters) - Typhoon Dolphin is set to make landfall on China's east coast overnight Sunday, bringing torrential rain and powerful winds, as authorities brace for flooding and landslides across a broad swathe of eastern China.
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Eastern China Prepares for Typhoon Dolphin, Shutting Schools and Tourist Activities

Eastern China Prepares for Typhoon Dolphin, Shutting Schools and Tourist Activities

Authorities in eastern China have taken precautionary measures as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the coast. The storm, with maximum sustained winds of approximately 162 kilometers per hour (101 mph), is expected to bring heavy rains, posing risks of severe flooding and landslides. The typhoon is projected to impact Zhejiang province and northern parts of Fujian province by late Sunday, with Shanghai also in its path. In response, a level III emergency response has been declared, which is the second lowest level of alert. Tourist destinations in Zhejiang have been closed for the weekend, and all water-based activities, including ferries and cruises, have been suspended. In Ningbo, one of the largest cities in the province, schools and educational facilities have been ordered to close over the weekend.
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Typhoon Dolphin Approaches China, Causing Flight and Ferry Cancellations

Typhoon Dolphin Approaches China, Causing Flight and Ferry Cancellations

China is preparing for Typhoon Dolphin, which is expected to make landfall between Zhoushan, Zhejiang Province and Fuding, Fujian Province. The typhoon has prompted the suspension of ferry services and flight cancellations in affected regions. Authorities have raised the emergency response level and issued warnings for heavy rainfall and strong winds. The typhoon is expected to impact several provinces, including Shanghai, with heavy rain and potential flooding.
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Shanghai cancels 1,300 flights as China prepares for Typhoon Dolphin

Shanghai cancels 1,300 flights as China prepares for Typhoon Dolphin

Shanghai's two airports have canceled over 1,300 flights as China braces for Typhoon Dolphin