Updated · US Embassy & Consulates in China · Aug 7
Typhoon Dolphin Nears Eastern China With 70 mph Gusts as Aug. 9-10 Landfall Looms
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Updated · US Embassy & Consulates in China · Aug 7
Typhoon Dolphin Nears Eastern China With 70 mph Gusts as Aug. 9-10 Landfall Looms
3 articles · Updated · US Embassy & Consulates in China · Aug 7
Summary
Typhoon Dolphin is forecast to hit eastern China between Aug. 9 and 10, with Zhejiang and Fujian facing the heaviest impact and Shanghai also at risk of major rain disruptions.
Up to 70 mph wind gusts and heavy to torrential rain are expected from Saturday through Tuesday across coastal and inland areas of Zhejiang, Fujian, Jiangsu and Anhui.
Code orange typhoon warnings could be issued across the region, signaling possible localized structural damage and disruptions to transport and utility services.
Travelers have been urged to avoid storm zones and coastal areas, as significant service and transportation interruptions are expected across eastern and southeastern China.