Powerful Typhoon Matmo Sets Sights on Hainan and Guangdong 🌪️
China's southern provinces of Hainan and Guangdong on the Chinese mainland have activated a Level-IV emergency response as Typhoon Matmo, the 21st storm of the 2025 Pacific season, barrels toward the coast.
Think of it like a real-life blockbuster hitting the shoreline – wind, rain, and no intermission! 🎬🌧️
Meteorologists predict Matmo will enter the South China Sea Friday evening and make landfall between western Guangdong and eastern Hainan Island by Sunday. Wind speeds could reach 42–48 m/s, earning it the label of a severe typhoon.
With the eight-day National Day & Mid-Autumn Festival holiday in full swing, many travelers are gearing up for beach trips 🏖️ and mountain hikes 🏞️. Authorities are urging extra caution at coastal and inland tourist spots, reminding everyone to stay safe.
Expect disruptions: flights ✈️, ferry crossings across the Qiongzhou Strait, and high-speed rail 🚄 services may be paused from Saturday night through Sunday. Normal schedules should resume by Monday morning, weather permitting.
In Guangdong, heavy downpours are forecasted for coastal cities west of the Pearl River Estuary. Local officials are on high alert, issuing warnings, reinforcing flood defenses, and relocating residents in vulnerable zones.
As Matmo approaches, secure loose items, follow local instructions, and stay tuned for updates. Stay safe and dry, everyone! ☔️
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South China provinces activate Level-IV emergency typhoon response
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