Typhoon Bavi made landfall in China’s eastern province of Zhejiang late on Saturday, July 10, 2026, resulting in the evacuation of over 1.7 million people as authorities prepared for the storm's impact. With maximum sustained winds reaching 144 kph, Bavi is anticipated to weaken as it moves northwestward inland, according to the National Meteorological Centre.
Evacuations and Preparations in Zhejiang
As of Saturday morning, Chinese authorities reported that more than 1.7 million people had been evacuated from high-risk areas in Zhejiang province. The official Xinhua News Agency noted that around 34,000 residents were relocated in Shanghai alone. Emergency services were on high alert, with over 17,000 rescue workers positioned across the province to assist in recovery efforts.
With the issuance of an orange typhoon alert, many schools and ferry services were suspended. Hundreds of flights were cancelled, and some high-speed railway services were halted as the region braced for severe weather.
Impact of Typhoon Bavi Across the Region
Before reaching China, Typhoon Bavi caused significant disruption in Japan and Taiwan. The storm brought heavy rains and strong winds, leading to the cancellation of over 200 flights in Japan’s Okinawa prefecture and numerous injuries reported in Taiwan. As of Saturday evening, at least 113 people were injured in Taiwan, with schools and offices suspended.
- Flights cancelled: Over 200 in Japan
- Evacuations in Taiwan: More than 14,200
- Injuries reported: At least 113 in Taiwan
Relief Efforts and Government Response
In response to the disaster, the Chinese government allocated 40 million yuan (approximately $5.9 million) in natural disaster relief funds to support emergency and rescue efforts in Zhejiang and Fujian provinces. Local officials have urged residents to stay indoors and remain vigilant as the storm progresses.
In the Philippines, the typhoon intensified monsoon rains that led to deadly landslides, resulting in at least 17 fatalities and numerous evacuations. The Office of Civil Defence reported that around 11,000 villagers sought refuge in emergency shelters.
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