Typhoon Dolphin strikes eastern China, prompting mass evacuations and the cancellation of thousands of flights

The severe typhoon “Dolphin” struck China’s eastern coast on Sunday, August 9, accompanied by strong winds and heavy rainfall, prompting authorities to carry out large-scale evacuations, suspend transport services, and cancel numerous flights in anticipation of the storm’s impacts.

According to AFP, the typhoon’s center made landfall near the city of Yuehuan in Zhejiang province, with wind speeds near the center exceeding 150 kilometers per hour.

Chinese authorities issued the highest-level typhoon warning, amid forecasts of heavy rainfall in Zhejiang and other eastern regions of the country.

The storm caused significant disruptions to air travel, with numerous flights canceled at Shanghai airports and surrounding areas, alongside the suspension of some train and ferry services and maritime activities.

Forecasts indicate that the typhoon will gradually weaken as it moves inland, although risks of heavy rain, flooding, and landslides will persist in affected areas.