Mass evacuations in Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin brings more torrential rain to China
Forecasters warned the Chinese capital could receive more than one-third of its average annual rainfall over 24 hours Thousands of people have been evacuated from areas at risk of flooding and landslides in Beijing, as the remnants of Typhoon Dolphin continue to bring torrential rain to northern and central China. Forecasters warned on Tuesday that the Chinese capital could receive more than…
Beijing braces for more torrential rain as Typhoon Dolphin's remnants continue to drench northern and central China. Forecasters predict the capital could receive over 150mm of rain in 24 hours, surpassing one-third of its annual average of 528mm. The orange rainstorm warning remains in effect through Wednesday, with the highest rainfall expected in the morning.
Over 1,300 tourists have been evacuated from attractions and campsites, while 5,000 elderly residents were relocated from care facilities and construction zones. Commutes were severely disrupted, with 250 bus routes suspended and 10 metro lines running at reduced speeds. Authorities have deployed 623 teams to mountainous areas and equipped 2,100 at-risk villages with satellite communication devices.
Henan province has been placed under a red alert for torrential rain, with up to 350mm of rain forecast in some areas through Thursday. Classes, businesses, and outdoor activities have been suspended in affected regions, and residents are advised to avoid floodwaters and evacuate if necessary. China, already vulnerable to extreme weather due to climate change and the El Niño pattern, faces another intense storm season.
Recent rainfall records in Wugang and Xiangyang set new August daily rainfall totals for Henan and Hubei provinces.
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