Beijing is bracing for an extraordinary spell of rainfall, with Typhoon Dolphin expected to bring more than one-third of the capital’s average annual precipitation in just 24 hours as the powerful storm moves deeper inland. From Tuesday evening through Thursday, most parts of Beijing are forecast to receive heavy rainfall, with cumulative precipitation expected to exceed 150mm within a 24-hour period. Beijing receives an average of about 528mm of rainfall annually, with most of it typically recorded between June and September.&nbsp;The intense weather has prompted authorities to step up emergency preparations, close tourist attractions and suspend high-risk construction activities. Four districts on the outskirts of Beijing have activated the highest, level-one emergency flood response. In mountainous Mentougou district in western Beijing, authorities issued the highest flood emergency alert on Tuesday and urged residents to remain indoors unless necessary. People have also been advised to avoid travelling to mountainous areas and locations near rivers because of the heightened risk of flooding and landslides.<h2>Typhoon Dolphin brings widespread disruption across China</h2>Typhoon Dolphin, described as the strongest typhoon to hit China this year, has proved unusually resilient as it travels inland. The storm travelled nearly 6,000km (3,728 miles) before making landfall over the weekend, affecting China's eastern coast before pushing inland with a vast cloud field and large amounts of moisture. More than one million people were moved to safer locations across eastern China over the weekend as authorities prepared for torrential rainfall, flooding and landslides.&nbsp;In Wenzhou, a coastal city in Zhejiang province, more than 900,000 people were relocated and over 1,500 emergency shelters were opened. In neighbouring Fujian province, around 98,900 people were moved to safety. Shanghai authorities also relocated 215,600 people from areas considered vulnerable to the storm by Sunday evening. The storm has caused widespread disruption, with flooding reported in several areas and tourist attractions and infrastructure projects being temporarily shut.<h2>Hubei faces heavy rain and flood risk</h2>By early Tuesday, Dolphin had moved over Hubei province in central China, a major hub for automobile and high-tech electronics manufacturing with a population of more than 58 million. China’s National Meteorological Center renewed an orange alert for heavy rain on Tuesday, the country's second-highest warning level. Northwestern Hubei was expected to receive as much as 250mm of rainfall within 24 hours, increasing the risk of flash floods and landslides.&nbsp;Authorities issued yellow warnings for cities including Xiangyang, Huanggang and Suizhou. The extreme weather has also affected tourism and infrastructure. Several scenic areas across Hubei announced temporary closures, including the popular Three Gorges Dam tourist area in Yichang. Of 107 major highway and waterway construction projects underway across the province, 26 high-risk projects have been suspended as a precaution. In Xiangyang, 57 of 59 tourist sites were reportedly closed as heavy rainfall caused flooding and disrupted transport. Authorities have also relocated thousands of residents as rivers and reservoirs came under increasing pressure.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-pakistani-killed-in-houthi-attack-in-test-for-iran-war-mediator-1786445563468">Two Pakistani killed in Houthi attack in test for Iran war mediator</a><h2>Henan also on alert</h2>Neighbouring Henan province is also facing an increased threat from the storm as Dolphin channels moisture further north. Authorities have issued flash-flood warnings, with heavy rainfall raising concerns about flooding, landslides and disruption to transport and daily life. The continued movement of Dolphin's moisture plume means areas far from the storm's original landfall zone could experience dangerous rainfall.<h2>Why is Beijing at such high risk?</h2>Beijing's location and surrounding mountainous terrain make the city particularly vulnerable to flash flooding and landslides during periods of intense rainfall. The expected rainfall is especially significant because more than 150mm could fall within just 24 hours, a substantial share of the capital's typical annual precipitation. Authorities have therefore focused on keeping residents away from vulnerable mountain and river areas while preparing drainage and flood-control systems. The latest warnings come after Beijing was already hit by heavy rainfall earlier in August, raising concerns about saturated ground and the potential for additional flooding and landslides.<h2>Japan prepares for Typhoon Chan-hom</h2>China is not the only country facing severe weather. Japan is also preparing for heavy rain, strong winds, flooding and landslides as Typhoon Chan-hom approaches the country. The Japan Meteorological Agency has warned that the storm could move across Japan's mainland, raising the risk of further disruption. Chan-hom was tracking towards Japan on Tuesday, with forecasts indicating that the system could bring dangerous weather conditions as it moves closer to the country's populated areas.

Typhoon Dolphin threatens Beijing with more than 150mm of rain in 24 hours. See China flood alerts, evacuations, closures and Japan's storm threat

Beijing is bracing for an extraordinary spell of rainfall, with Typhoon Dolphin expected to bring more than one-third of the capital’s average annual precipitation in just 24 hours as the powerful storm moves deeper inland. From Tuesday evening through Thursday, most parts of Beijing are forecast to receive heavy rainfall, with cumulative precipitation expected to exceed 150mm within a 24-hour period. Beijing receives an average of about 528mm of rainfall annually, with most of it typically recorded between June and September. The intense weather has prompted authorities to step up emergency preparations, close tourist attractions and suspend high-risk construction activities. Four districts on the outskirts of Beijing have activated the highest, level-one emergency flood response. In mountainous Mentougou district in western Beijing, authorities issued the highest flood emergency alert on Tuesday and urged residents to remain indoors unless necessary. People have also been advised to avoid travelling to mountainous areas and locations near rivers because of the heightened risk of flooding and landslides. Typhoon Dolphin brings widespread disruption across China Typhoon Dolphin, described as the strongest typhoon to hit China this year, has proved unusually resilient as it travels inland. The storm travelled nearly 6,000km (3,728 miles) before making landfall over the weekend, affecting China's eastern coast before pushing inland with a vast cloud field and large amounts of moisture. More than one million people were moved to safer locations across eastern China over the weekend as authorities prepared for torrential rainfall, flooding and landslides. In Wenzhou, a coastal city in Zhejiang province, more than 900,000 people were relocated and over 1,500 emergency shelters were opened. In neighbouring Fujian province, around 98,900 people were moved to safety. Shanghai authorities also relocated 215,600 people from areas considered vulnerable to the storm by Sunday evening. The storm has caused widespread disruption, with flooding reported in several areas and tourist attractions and infrastructure projects being temporarily shut. Hubei faces heavy rain and flood risk By early Tuesday, Dolphin had moved over Hubei province in central China, a major hub for automobile and high-tech electronics manufacturing with a population of more than 58 million. China’s National Meteorological Center renewed an orange alert for heavy rain on Tuesday, the country's second-highest warning level. Northwestern Hubei was expected to receive as much as 250mm of rainfall within 24 hours, increasing the risk of flash floods and landslides. Authorities issued yellow warnings for cities including Xiangyang, Huanggang and Suizhou. The extreme weather has also affected tourism and infrastructure. Several scenic areas across Hubei announced temporary closures, including the popular Three Gorges Dam tourist area in Yichang. Of 107 major highway and waterway construction projects underway across the province, 26 high-risk projects have been suspended as a precaution. In Xiangyang, 57 of 59 tourist sites were reportedly closed as heavy rainfall caused flooding and disrupted transport. Authorities have also relocated thousands of residents as rivers and reservoirs came under increasing pressure. Also Read: Two Pakistani killed in Houthi attack in test for Iran war mediator Henan also on alert Neighbouring Henan province is also facing an increased threat from the storm as Dolphin channels moisture further north. Authorities have issued flash-flood warnings, with heavy rainfall raising concerns about flooding, landslides and disruption to transport and daily life. The continued movement of Dolphin's moisture plume means areas far from the storm's original landfall zone could experience dangerous rainfall. Why is Beijing at such high risk? Beijing's location and surrounding mountainous terrain make the city particularly vulnerable to flash flooding and landslides during periods of intense rainfall. The expected rainfall is especially significant because more than 150mm could fall within just 24 hours, a substantial share of the capital's typical annual precipitation. Authorities have therefore focused on keeping residents away from vulnerable mountain and river areas while preparing drainage and flood-control systems. The latest warnings come after Beijing was already hit by heavy rainfall earlier in August, raising concerns about saturated ground and the potential for additional flooding and landslides. Japan prepares for Typhoon Chan-hom China is not the only country facing severe weather. Japan is also preparing for heavy rain, strong winds, flooding and landslides as Typhoon Chan-hom approaches the country. The Japan Meteorological Agency has warned that the storm could move across Japan's mainland, raising the risk of further disruption. Chan-hom was tracking towards Japan on Tuesday, with forecasts indicating that the system could bring dangerous weather conditions as it moves closer to the country's populated areas.

Typhoon Dolphin threatens Beijing with more than one-third of its annual rainfall in 24 hours as China faces floods, landslides and major disruption

Typhoon Dolphin: Beijing braces for record rainfall; high risk of floods and landslides

Hong Kong recorded its highest-ever temperature at 39.8°C (103.6°F) on Sunday, August 9, as Tropical Cyclone Dolphin moved across eastern China. It was the highest temperature since records began in 1884, the Hong Kong Observatory said in the afternoon. It broke the previous record of 36.6°C on 22 August 2017, before Typhoon Hato hit. &nbsp;The temperature hit 39.3°C in Sheung Shui, Wong Tai Sin recorded 38°C, and at least seven other districts exceeded 37°C on Monday, August 10. &nbsp;While 39.8°C is not high for an arid desert region. It is dangerously high for coastal subtropical city like Hong Kong which has high high humdity and creates situations of urban heat island due to its dense population packed in high-rise concrete skyscrapers, asphalt roads, and thousands of air conditioning. The observatory has issued a “very hot weather warning” on Sunday, advising citizens to drink water and avoid outdoor activities.&nbsp;The temperatures are expected to reach extreme levels in the next two days. It is driven by the outer subsiding air of Severe Typhoon Dolphin, as it is pulling a thick blanket of compressed warm air directly over southern China. “With Tropical Cyclone Dolphin moving towards the vicinity of Zhejiang and moving inland, its outer subsiding air will persistently bring extremely hot weather to the territory today to Tuesday,” said a weather station in Sheung Shui, which recorded 39.8°C on Sunday.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-condemns-defacement-embassy-premises-slovenia-1786368327980">Embassy defaced in Slovenia: India demands perpetrators be held accountable</a>Typhoon Dolphin will not reach Hong Kong. The storm's core made landfall roughly 1,000 kilometres (620 miles) northeast of Hong Kong in Zhejiang province, and its tracking path continues to move west-northwestward further inland into eastern and central China. While Dolphin made landfall in Zhejiang on Sunday, senior scientific officer Cheung Ping stated its broad outer circulation will continue to affect the Guangdong coast.Meteorologists point out that the current strong El Niño conditions in the Western Pacific are injecting unusual amounts of thermal energy into the ocean, resulting in massive, ultra-large tropical cyclones like Dolphin that radically alter regional microclimates.&nbsp;

Hong Kong recorded a record 39.8°C as Typhoon Dolphin's outer circulation brought extreme heat, prompting a very hot weather warning.

Hong Kong recorded its highest-ever temperature at 39.8°C (103.6°F) on Sunday, August 9, as Tropical Cyclone Dolphin moved across eastern China. It was the highest temperature since records began in 1884, the Hong Kong Observatory said in the afternoon. It broke the previous record of 36.6°C on 22 August 2017, before Typhoon Hato hit. The temperature hit 39.3°C in Sheung Shui, Wong Tai Sin recorded 38°C, and at least seven other districts exceeded 37°C on Monday, August 10. While 39.8°C is not high for an arid desert region. It is dangerously high for coastal subtropical city like Hong Kong which has high high humdity and creates situations of urban heat island due to its dense population packed in high-rise concrete skyscrapers, asphalt roads, and thousands of air conditioning. The observatory has issued a “very hot weather warning” on Sunday, advising citizens to drink water and avoid outdoor activities. The temperatures are expected to reach extreme levels in the next two days. It is driven by the outer subsiding air of Severe Typhoon Dolphin, as it is pulling a thick blanket of compressed warm air directly over southern China. “With Tropical Cyclone Dolphin moving towards the vicinity of Zhejiang and moving inland, its outer subsiding air will persistently bring extremely hot weather to the territory today to Tuesday,” said a weather station in Sheung Shui, which recorded 39.8°C on Sunday. Also Read: Embassy defaced in Slovenia: India demands perpetrators be held accountable Typhoon Dolphin will not reach Hong Kong. The storm's core made landfall roughly 1,000 kilometres (620 miles) northeast of Hong Kong in Zhejiang province, and its tracking path continues to move west-northwestward further inland into eastern and central China. While Dolphin made landfall in Zhejiang on Sunday, senior scientific officer Cheung Ping stated its broad outer circulation will continue to affect the Guangdong coast. Meteorologists point out that the current strong El Niño conditions in the Western Pacific are injecting unusual amounts of thermal energy into the ocean, resulting in massive, ultra-large tropical cyclones like Dolphin that radically alter regional microclimates.

Hong Kong recorded a record 39.8°C as Typhoon Dolphin's outer circulation brought extreme heat, prompting a very hot weather warning.

Hong Kong breaks all-time temperature record with 39.8°C as Typhoon Dolphin drives extreme heat

Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall on China’s eastern coast, bringing powerful winds and torrential rain as authorities prepare for widespread flooding and landslides.

China’s National Meteorological Center forecast sustained winds of up to 162 kmph before the typhoon gradually weakens as it moves inland. The storm has already caused major disruptions across eastern China, with nearly 1,300 flights cancelled at Shanghai’s two main airports and another 270 flights cancelled at Hangzhou airport.

Rail services across parts of the Yangtze River Delta have also been suspended as a precaution. Authorities have ordered vessels back to port, halted ferry services and restricted offshore and construction activities.

Typhoon Dolphin hits China: Force 10 winds hit Fujian, 30,000 given aid 

Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall on China’s eastern coast, in Yuhuan, Zhejiang province, on Sunday, August 9, at around 5:30 pm local time. China's meteorological authorities said that the cyclone brought torrential rain and strong wind with a sustained speed of 151 kmph, equivalent to a Category 1 hurricane on the ⁠Saffir-Simpson scale. It is being categorised as the most powerful tropical cyclone to strike China this year.The cyclone has triggered mass evacuation of roughly 1 million people across eastern China. Workers were moved away from offshore facilities, directed vessels to return to the ports, and increased monitoring of reservoirs, mountain streams, landslide and flood-prone areas. Zhejiang, Shanghai, northern Fujian, northeastern Jiangxi, central and southern Anhui, and ⁠much of Jiangsu are likely to receive torrential rainfall through August 10. According to forecasts, parts of Central China could receive around 250-500 mm (9.8-19.7 inches) of rain. Roughly 1500 flights were cancelled in Shanghai, according to flight tracking data by VariFlight. In addition to that, 55 coastal ​passenger ferry routes had been suspended, all 115 offshore construction projects halted, and 290 construction vessels moved to ‌sheltered waters.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sara-netanyahu-lawsuits-abuse-allegations-former-staff-1786285772650">Sara Netanyahu faces fresh abuse allegations from former staff at PM residence</a>After making landfall in eastern China, it is likely to move westward before slowing over central and southwestern China, while losing its strength. Wang Haiping, chief forecaster at the National Meteorological Centre, told state broadcaster CCTV. That could prolong heavy rain and raise the risk of flooding and landslides, especially in mountainous areas and along smaller rivers.Before reaching the Chinese mainland, Typhoon Dolphin tore through Japan's southern islands, peaking with sustained winds of 162 kmph and dangerous gusts up to 216 kmph. It injured six and left roughly 50000 houses without power.&nbsp;

Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in China's Zhejiang province with 151 kmph winds, forcing 1 million people to evacuate and cancelling 1,500 flights.

Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall on China’s eastern coast, in Yuhuan, Zhejiang province, on Sunday, August 9, at around 5:30 pm local time. China's meteorological authorities said that the cyclone brought torrential rain and strong wind with a sustained speed of 151 kmph, equivalent to a Category 1 hurricane on the ⁠Saffir-Simpson scale. It is being categorised as the most powerful tropical cyclone to strike China this year. The cyclone has triggered mass evacuation of roughly 1 million people across eastern China. Workers were moved away from offshore facilities, directed vessels to return to the ports, and increased monitoring of reservoirs, mountain streams, landslide and flood-prone areas. Zhejiang, Shanghai, northern Fujian, northeastern Jiangxi, central and southern Anhui, and ⁠much of Jiangsu are likely to receive torrential rainfall through August 10. According to forecasts, parts of Central China could receive around 250-500 mm (9.8-19.7 inches) of rain. Roughly 1500 flights were cancelled in Shanghai, according to flight tracking data by VariFlight. In addition to that, 55 coastal passenger ferry routes had been suspended, all 115 offshore construction projects halted, and 290 construction vessels moved to ‌sheltered waters. Also Read: Sara Netanyahu faces fresh abuse allegations from former staff at PM residence After making landfall in eastern China, it is likely to move westward before slowing over central and southwestern China, while losing its strength. Wang Haiping, chief forecaster at the National Meteorological Centre, told state broadcaster CCTV. That could prolong heavy rain and raise the risk of flooding and landslides, especially in mountainous areas and along smaller rivers. Before reaching the Chinese mainland, Typhoon Dolphin tore through Japan's southern islands, peaking with sustained winds of 162 kmph and dangerous gusts up to 216 kmph. It injured six and left roughly 50000 houses without power.

Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in China's Zhejiang province with 151 kmph winds, forcing 1 million people to evacuate and cancelling 1,500 flights.

Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in China, triggers mass evacuation and flight cancellations

Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall on China’s eastern coast, bringing powerful winds and torrential rain as authorities prepare for widespread flooding and landslides.

China’s National Meteorological Center forecast sustained winds of up to 162 kmph before the typhoon gradually weakens as it moves inland. The storm has already caused major disruptions across eastern China, with nearly 1,300 flights cancelled at Shanghai’s two main airports and another 270 flights cancelled at Hangzhou airport.

Rail services across parts of the Yangtze River Delta have also been suspended as a precaution. Authorities have ordered vessels back to port, halted ferry services and restricted offshore and construction activities.

Mass evacuations are underway, with more than 30,000 people relocated from vulnerable areas in Shanghai and around 99,000 people moved to safer locations in Fujian.

Typhoon Dolphin Hits Eastern China | 1300 Flights Cancelled, Mass Evacuations & Flood Alerts Issued

Powerful Typhoon Dolphin is heading toward eastern China after battering Japan's Okinawa region with strong winds and heavy rain.

The storm is expected to make landfall along China's eastern and southern coast between late Sunday and early Monday, with winds reaching up to 216 kmph.

China has raised its emergency response to Level Three and upgraded its typhoon warning from yellow to orange as authorities prepare for the storm.

Flood-control measures have been activated across several provinces, while warnings for landslides and urban waterlogging have also been issued.

China Braces for Typhoon Dolphin Landfall, Emergency Level Iii Activated

Typhoon Dolphin Heads Toward China | Orange Alert Issued | 216 Kmph Winds Threaten Eastern Coast

Typhoon Dolphin battered Japan’s southern Okinawa prefecture on Saturday, leaving five people injured and knocking out power to around 14,000 buildings as the storm moved towards China’s eastern coast.The typhoon was located about 160 km northwest of Kume Island in Okinawa at 0300 GMT and was moving northwest at around 15 kph, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. It packed sustained winds of up to 162 kph, with gusts reaching 216 kph.Five elderly people suffered injuries, with three reportedly falling amid strong winds, the Okinawa prefectural government said. Major Japanese airlines, including ANA and Japan Airlines, cancelled flights to the affected region.&nbsp;Okinawa and Amami Island in Kagoshima prefecture are expected to bear the brunt of the storm as it moves across the region.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Typhoon Dolphin pounds Okinawa, Japan with fierce winds and dangerous conditions. Evacuation orders issued for nearly 260,000 people and 500+ flights canceled. <a href="https://t.co/upTxtB2EtJ">https://t.co/upTxtB2EtJ</a> <a href="https://t.co/JjTaTMFy0c">pic.twitter.com/JjTaTMFy0c</a>&mdash; Weather Monitor (@WeatherMonitors) <a href="https://x.com/WeatherMonitors/status/2085591148127756399?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

China is now preparing for Dolphin’s arrival, with forecasters expecting the typhoon to make landfall between late Sunday and early Monday along the eastern and southern coast. The likely landfall zone stretches from Zhejiang province’s Zhoushan city to Fuding in Fujian province.Also read | <a href="Delhi logs wettest first week of August in 15 years; IMD issues yellow alert">Delhi logs wettest first week of August in 15 years; IMD issues yellow alert</a>The storm could bring winds of up to 101 mph near its centre and unleash heavy rainfall across eastern China through August 12. Parts of eastern Zhejiang could receive more than 600 mm of rain.Zhejiang has raised its coastal typhoon alert to the highest level, suspended port operations and halted 162 passenger ferry routes. Ningbo Lishe International Airport will stop operations late Saturday and cancel all flights on Sunday. Shanghai’s Yangshan port has also been cleared of vessels, while some rail services in the Yangtze River Delta are set to be suspended.Taiwan cancelled 63 international flights as heavy rain was forecast in the north.The storm has also added to tensions across the Taiwan Strait. Beijing ordered ships transiting the strategic waterway to follow its traffic-control instructions, prompting Taipei to call the move “ridiculous” and reject China’s authority to restrict passage through what it considers international waters.

Typhoon Dolphin battered Japan’s Okinawa, injuring five and cutting power to 14,000 buildings, as China shut ports and ferry routes ahead of the storm’s expected landfall.

Typhoon Dolphin battered Japan’s southern Okinawa prefecture on Saturday, leaving five people injured and knocking out power to around 14,000 buildings as the storm moved towards China’s eastern coast. The typhoon was located about 160 km northwest of Kume Island in Okinawa at 0300 GMT and was moving northwest at around 15 kph, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. It packed sustained winds of up to 162 kph, with gusts reaching 216 kph. Five elderly people suffered injuries, with three reportedly falling amid strong winds, the Okinawa prefectural government said. Major Japanese airlines, including ANA and Japan Airlines, cancelled flights to the affected region. Okinawa and Amami Island in Kagoshima prefecture are expected to bear the brunt of the storm as it moves across the region.

Typhoon Dolphin battered Japan’s Okinawa, injuring five and cutting power to 14,000 buildings, as China shut ports and ferry routes ahead of the storm’s expected landfall.

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