Typhoon Wutip, the year’s first major storm to hit China, slammed into Hainan Province early Friday, packing winds of up to 28 meters per second 💨. The National Meteorological Center (NMC) warned residents to brace for torrential rains and disruptions as the storm charts a path toward Guangdong and Guangxi this weekend.
What You Need to Know:
• First Landfall: Wutip struck between Lingshui and Ledong in Hainan early Friday, halting all island rail services 🚄. Partial resumptions are expected Saturday. • Second Strike: The typhoon will likely hit western Guangdong and Guangxi by Saturday, weakening as it moves northeast. • Rainfall Warning: Up to 700 mm of rain could drench parts of southern China from June 13-14 🌧️—enough to flood subway stations in a Marvel movie!
Travelers, Take Note:
Hainan’s halted trains have left some travelers stranded, but authorities urge patience as crews assess damage. If you’re in Guangdong or Guangxi, keep umbrellas and backup phone chargers handy 📱☔.
Zhang Ling, NMC’s chief forecaster, emphasized: "Safety first—avoid coastal areas and heed local alerts."
