China faces a violent typhoon

China is preparing for Typhoon Dolphin to make landfall along its densely populated east coast by implementing large-scale emergency measures. On Sunday morning, the China Meteorological Administration issued a red alert—the highest level—and forecast exceptionally heavy rainfall in Zhejiang, as well as heavy precipitation expected on Monday in Shanghai and several neighboring provinces.

The approaching typhoon is already severely disrupting daily life: more than 1,500 flights have been canceled, including nearly 1,400 at Shanghai’s airports and 270 in Hangzhou. Rail service has been suspended, and more than 200 ferry routes in coastal regions have been halted. Authorities have also ordered a halt to offshore operations and the recall of hundreds of vessels to port.

As a precaution, nearly 99,000 people were evacuated in Fujian Province before the typhoon’s arrival. It is expected to make landfall on Sunday evening or Monday. After making landfall, the typhoon is expected to gradually weaken as it moves inland.

Dolphin has already affected other regions of Asia: in Okinawa, Japan, the typhoon caused minor injuries and power outages, while in Taiwan, flights and ferry services were canceled due to heavy rain and strong winds.

Just two weeks ago, China was hit by another severe typhoon. Typhoons are becoming more frequent and more intense. Authorities recognize the need to take large-scale preventive measures.