Typhoon Dolphin Hits Eastern China, Over 1 Million Evacuated
Summary
More than 1 million people have been evacuated in Shanghai and eastern China after Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in Zhejiang province. Authorities have warned of heavy rain, floods and landslides as the storm moves inland and disrupts transport and tourist sites.
Key Points
- More than 1 million people in Shanghai and eastern China were evacuated after Typhoon Dolphin struck the coast on Sunday evening.
- The typhoon made landfall in Yuhuan, Zhejiang province, with winds of about 150 kilometers per hour and later hit Wenzhou again.
- More than 1,400 flights have been canceled in Shanghai alone as transportation services were disrupted.
- Authorities warned of heavy rain, flooding and landslides through Wednesday and closed major attractions including parts of Disneyland and Legoland.
