Typhoon Yagi

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Super Typhoon Yagi, one of the strongest storms of 2024, is threatening southern China and Vietnam, prompting flight cancellations, school closures, and emergency preparations. The typhoon, with devastating winds, is expected to make landfall soon, causing widespread disruption.

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Super Typhoon Yagi, with winds exceeding 240 kilometers per hour, struck southern China recently after previously affecting the Philippines, where it caused significant devastation, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and 21 individuals missing as reported by local authorities. As Yagi approached Hong Kong, the city issued its highest T8 storm signal, prompting widespread disruptions, including the cancellation of flights and suspension of classes.

The storm made landfall in the coastal provinces of Guangdong and Hainan, forcing officials to take emergency measures. In anticipation of the typhoon, schools were closed, and a street maintenance task force in Hong Kong was mobilized to deal with impending damage. Furthermore, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange canceled the morning trading session due to safety concerns amid the severe weather warning.

Authorities urged residents to prepare for potential challenges such as flooding, power outages, and transportation interruptions. The typhoon was linked to climate change, becoming a powerful example of the increasingly intense storms emerging in the region. As Yagi approached, many people in the affected areas stocked up on supplies and took precautions to safeguard their homes and families, anticipating the substantial impact anticipated from the storm's high winds and heavy rainfall.

Reports indicate that Yagi's impact has severely hindered daily life, as businesses remained closed and travel was significantly restricted due to flight cancellations at major airports. The typhoon demonstrates the need for robust preparedness measures in the face of escalating weather events fueled by climatic changes. As the storm progresses, its aftermath will likely bring challenges that require comprehensive recovery efforts from local and national governments.

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Channel News Asia - 133 days ago - HONG KONG: Cities in southern China suspended schools and cancelled some flights on Thursday (Sep 4), as tropical storm Yagi strengthened into a super typhoon and barreled straight for the holiday island province of Hainan. The typhoon tracked west across the South China sea and moved towards Hainan with w

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