Heavy Rainfall Hits Eastern China as Super Typhoon Kong-rey Makes Landfall
Super Typhoon Kong-rey has caused significant heavy rainfall in Eastern China.
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Super typhoon Kong-rey made landfall on the eastern coast of Taiwan on October 31, categorized as a strong or super typhoon by the National Meteorological Center (NMC).
The typhoon approached the coastal regions of Zhejiang and Fujian while gradually shifting northeast. Forecasts from the NMC suggest that Kong-rey will deliver strong winds and heavy rainfall to southeastern coastal areas.
Between October 30 and November 1, heavy to torrential rains are anticipated in Taiwan, eastern and northern Fujian, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and southern Jiangsu, with some regions potentially experiencing extremely heavy downpours.
The most significant rainfall in Fujian and Zhejiang is expected from October 31 to November 1. Typhoons that form between September and November are categorized as "autumn typhoons" in meteorological terms.
As noted by the NMC, since record-keeping began, 17 typhoons have made landfall in China during this timeframe.
At a press briefing, Sun Jun, the chief forecaster with the NMC, commented that while it's not unusual for typhoons to affect South China in late October and early November, it is relatively rare for a typhoon to land on the southeastern coast during this season. He also indicated that the rainfall associated with this typhoon is particularly intense for this time of year, predicting that eastern coastal regions of China could see exceptionally high precipitation levels.
Meteorological experts are advising residents in Taiwan, Fujian, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and Jiangsu to keep a close watch on the latest updates and warnings from local meteorological agencies. They recommend that the public refrain from venturing outdoors during peak rainfall periods and avoid hazardous areas, including beaches, river valleys, and mountainous regions.
Additionally, residents should ensure that windows and doors are securely closed.
In response to the storm's potential impact, China's Ministry of Water Resources has issued a notice to water resource departments in the affected provinces and municipalities, urging them to prioritize the safety of small and medium-sized reservoirs—especially those in poor condition—and to prepare for possible flooding in smaller rivers and urban areas.
Mark B Thomas for TROIB News
The typhoon approached the coastal regions of Zhejiang and Fujian while gradually shifting northeast. Forecasts from the NMC suggest that Kong-rey will deliver strong winds and heavy rainfall to southeastern coastal areas.
Between October 30 and November 1, heavy to torrential rains are anticipated in Taiwan, eastern and northern Fujian, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and southern Jiangsu, with some regions potentially experiencing extremely heavy downpours.
The most significant rainfall in Fujian and Zhejiang is expected from October 31 to November 1. Typhoons that form between September and November are categorized as "autumn typhoons" in meteorological terms.
As noted by the NMC, since record-keeping began, 17 typhoons have made landfall in China during this timeframe.
At a press briefing, Sun Jun, the chief forecaster with the NMC, commented that while it's not unusual for typhoons to affect South China in late October and early November, it is relatively rare for a typhoon to land on the southeastern coast during this season. He also indicated that the rainfall associated with this typhoon is particularly intense for this time of year, predicting that eastern coastal regions of China could see exceptionally high precipitation levels.
Meteorological experts are advising residents in Taiwan, Fujian, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and Jiangsu to keep a close watch on the latest updates and warnings from local meteorological agencies. They recommend that the public refrain from venturing outdoors during peak rainfall periods and avoid hazardous areas, including beaches, river valleys, and mountainous regions.
Additionally, residents should ensure that windows and doors are securely closed.
In response to the storm's potential impact, China's Ministry of Water Resources has issued a notice to water resource departments in the affected provinces and municipalities, urging them to prioritize the safety of small and medium-sized reservoirs—especially those in poor condition—and to prepare for possible flooding in smaller rivers and urban areas.
Mark B Thomas for TROIB News
