Typhoon Bavi batters eastern China, threatens days of heavy rain
Summary
Typhoon Bavi, the strongest storm to hit mainland China this year, caused heavy rain and strong winds along the eastern coast, leading to evacuations and transport disruptions.
Key Points
- Typhoon Bavi struck eastern China, bringing heavy rain and violent winds to densely populated areas.
- Nearly 2 million people were evacuated ahead of the storm, mostly in Zhejiang province.
- Transport services including flights and trains were heavily disrupted in Zhejiang and Shanghai due to the storm.
- Experts warn El Nino may increase extreme weather events like typhoons affecting China this year.
