Typhoon Bavi Makes Landfall in China: 2 Million Evacuated, Flights and Trains Halted; Over 100 Injured in Taiwan

Typhoon Bavi, the 9th typhoon of the season, has made landfall in southern China, causing widespread transportation disruptions including the suspension of numerous flights and high-speed rail services.

Approximately 2 million people have been evacuated across various regions in China, while Taiwan, which was in the typhoon's path before China, reported over 100 injuries.

According to Chinese meteorological authorities, Typhoon Bavi first made landfall near Yuhuan City in Zhejiang Province at approximately 11:20 p.m. local time yesterday, July 11.

At the time, the maximum wind speed was 144 km/h.

The typhoon briefly moved off the coast before making a second landfall in Yueqing City, Zhejiang Province, about 20 minutes later.

With concerns mounting over heavy rainfall in coastal areas leading to flooding, transportation disruptions, overflowing rivers, and submerged farmland, approximately 2 million people in China were evacuated just before the storm made landfall.

There have been no reports of casualties yet.

Across China, more than 2,800 domestic and international flights were canceled today, July 12, and rail services in the southeastern region are also facing significant operational difficulties.

Damage has also been reported in Taiwan.

Taiwan's Central Emergency Operation Center stated that as of 7:00 p.m. yesterday, July 11, 113 people, including 5 foreign nationals, had been injured due to the impact of Bavi.

Fortunately, there were no reports of deaths or serious injuries.

Additionally, 14,000 people were evacuated across Taiwan, and hundreds of flights were canceled.

More than 170,000 households also experienced power outages.

Typhoon Bavi is expected to gradually weaken as it moves northwest.

However, heavy rain is forecast to continue in some parts of China until July 15.

(Photo: AP, Yonhap News)
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