Typhoon Dolphin Forces Shanghai Airports to Cancel 1,300 Flights Amid Evacuations
Shanghai's two major airports, Hongqiao and Pudong, canceled over 1,300 flights on Sunday as Typhoon Dolphin approached, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. The storm, with maximum sustained winds of about 162 kmph, affected northern Taiwan and is expected to impact China's eastern coast, particularly Zhejiang and Fujian provinces. Authorities have evacuated approximately 390,000 people in Taizhou city, Zhejiang, and over 30,000 in Shanghai from high-risk areas. The storm's potential to cause severe flooding and landslides has led to the suspension of water-based activities, including ferry services and cruises.