#typhoonhaikui

Typhoon Haikui Hits China's Fujian Province: Typhoon Haikui made landfall in China's southeastern Fujian province after impacting Taiwan for two days. The situation involves:- Evacuations: Approximately 114,400 people were evacuated from vulnerable areas as Typhoon Haikui approached with a maximum wind speed of 20 meters per second.- Heavy Rainfall: Several areas in Fujian experienced over 300 mm (1 foot) of rainfall in slightly over 24 hours, leading to floods.- Rescue Workers Missing: In Fuzhou city, two firefighters went missing when their fire truck, carrying nine rescue workers, was swept away by floodwaters during a mission.- Flooded Areas: Floodwaters carried furniture and swept away vehicles, including cars submerged in waterlogged zones. Schools in several cities were closed.- Transport Disruption: Many flights were canceled at airports in Fuzhou and Quanzhou. Ports, coastal, and river transportation services were suspended. Tourist spots and parks were closed.- Weakening Storm: Typhoon Haikui weakened into a tropical storm after landfall and was last reported over southern Guangdong province.- Prior Impact: Typhoon Saola had previously struck southern Guangdong, resulting in at least one fatality and causing widespread damage and flooding in areas like Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Macau.- Recent Flooding: China has faced heavy flooding in northern and northeastern regions due to Typhoons Doksuri and Khanun. Beijing experienced its heaviest recorded rainfall in 140 years.- Government Response: The Chinese government is allocating disaster relief funds to support provinces affected by typhoons and floods. An initial 200 million yuan ($27.43 million) was announced for this purpose.- Financial Aid: The finance ministry had previously set aside 1 billion yuan as disaster relief funds for various natural disasters, including floods and droughts.This situation highlights the challenges faced by China during the typhoon season and its ongoing efforts to mitigate the impacts of severe weather events

Nearly 3,000 people have been evacuated from high-risk areas in eastern Taiwan as Typhoon Haikui approaches, marking the first direct hit by a tropical storm in the region in four years. Haikui, with sustained wind speeds of around 140 kilometers per hour, is expected to make landfall in Taiwan's eastern Taitung area. Authorities have taken precautionary measures, including closing schools and offices in the southern and eastern parts of the island and canceling over 200 domestic flights.Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen has urged residents to make preparations for the typhoon and prioritize safety by avoiding risky activities and staying indoors.As of the latest reports, Haikui was located approximately 180 kilometers east of Taiwan. The Central Weather Bureau in Taiwan has warned of potential threats, including strong winds, heavy rainfall, and high waves, and has called on the public to remain vigilant.The Interior Ministry confirmed that more than 2,800 people were evacuated from seven cities in Taiwan, with the majority coming from the mountainous county of Hualien, adjacent to Taitung. Hualien's streets were deserted as it faced relentless torrential rain.The military has deployed soldiers and equipment in the areas expected to be most affected by Haikui, including amphibious vehicles and inflatable rubber boats.The last significant storm to hit Taiwan was Typhoon Bailu in 2019, which resulted in one fatality.While Haikui is expected to have less severity compared to Typhoon Saola, which bypassed Taiwan but posed a significant threat to Hong Kong and southern China, it is still essential for residents to remain cautious and take necessary precautions.