China has activated emergency protocols as Typhoon Danas – the fourth typhoon of 2024 – barrels toward coastal regions. With winds reaching Force 10 🌬️, the storm was located 355 km southwest of Taiwan's Cape Eluanbi as of Saturday afternoon, according to the National Meteorological Center.
Storm Track & Response
Forecasters predict Danas will intensify while moving northeast toward areas between the Taiwan region and Fujian province. A yellow typhoon warning – China’s third-highest alert – is in effect, urging residents to prepare for heavy rain and gales.
Emergency Measures Deployed
China’s State Flood Control Office launched a Level IV emergency response 🚑 in Fujian and Guangdong provinces. Emergency teams are conducting drills and reinforcing flood barriers, while a special task force has arrived in Fujian to coordinate disaster prevention.
Authorities held urgent meetings Saturday to streamline rescue plans, emphasizing "protecting lives first" 💬. Coastal communities are advised to secure fishing boats 🚤 and monitor evacuation alerts via official channels.
