Hey everyone! Typhoon Wutip is making a powerful entrance as the first major storm of the year. After its initial landfall in Dongfang City, Hainan on Friday evening, the typhoon struck again in Leizhou City, Guangdong around noon on Saturday. With heavy rainfall and sustained winds expected, local authorities are on high alert.
Multiple Chinese authorities have united their efforts to tackle the challenges ahead. The office of the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters warned that the storm could trigger widespread disaster risks, prompting the dispatch of three working teams to Hainan, Guangdong, and Guangxi. Over 3,000 firefighting personnel are now on the frontlines 🚒, with the Ministry of Emergency Management mobilizing rescue forces and aircraft for a swift response.
Additionally, heavy rainfall has led the Ministry of Water Resources to activate a Level-IV emergency response in Zhejiang Province on China's eastern coast. Local officials are closely monitoring weather changes and leveraging water conservancy infrastructure to protect lives and property. Stay tuned and stay safe as coordinated efforts work to keep the impact of Typhoon Wutip at bay! 🌧️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
