On Friday, Typhoon Wutip reached Hainan, a southern province of China, marking the first major storm of this year’s Pacific season. It brought steady downpours and sharp winds, throwing everyday life off balance. Roads were blocked, flights were delayed, and travel plans across the island were thrown into chaos.
Many transportation services were forced to suspend operations due to safety concerns, and officials reported extensive aircraft cancellations and delays as the storm extended across Hainan. Residents of the area experienced power outages, blocked roads, and waterlogging in multiple areas.
Meteorologists say Wutip is likely to reach parts of Guangdong and the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region by midday Saturday. The storm is moving north toward the mainland and is expected to bring heavier rain, powerful winds, and the risk of flooding over the weekend.
Rescue teams in the likely impact zones are on standby. Local officials have arranged safe shelters and are informing people in vulnerable areas about what they should do. Fishermen have been told to bring their boats back, and some seaside businesses have stopped work for now to stay safe.
The China Meteorological Administration has urged everyone in the storm’s path to stay indoors, closely monitor weather conditions, and cooperate with local authorities in order to ensure their safety.
Today marks the official start of the summer typhoon season in the Pacific, with several storms typically heading toward the eastern and southeast shores of China.
Locals and officials are getting ready for the next stage of Wutip’s storm and are working to minimize damage through early planning and community support as the storm gets closer to impact.
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