China Faces Second Major Typhoon 'Bavi' Within a Week, Evacuating Millions

Summary

China faces its second major typhoon 'Bavi' in a week, prompting evacuation of around 2 million people and causing widespread disruption in eastern coastal regions.

Key Points
  • Typhoon 'Bavi' made landfall in Taizhou and Wenzhou, affecting millions in eastern China.
  • Approximately 2 million people were evacuated from Zhejiang province and neighboring areas.
  • 'Bavi' brought heavy rain and strong winds after impacting Japan, Taiwan, and the Philippines, where it caused deaths and damage.
  • The typhoon's intensity is expected to decrease, moving towards northern Yellow Sea via Anhui and Shandong Peninsula.
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