Severe weather is slamming southern China as Typhoon Tapah gains strength over the South China Sea! 🌊 The National Meteorological Center issued a yellow typhoon alert and blue heavy rain alert Sunday morning, warning residents to brace for 140 km/h winds and torrential downpours through September 8.
🌀 Where’s the Storm Headed?
As of 9 a.m. Sunday, Tapah’s eye was 435 km southeast of Guangdong’s Yangjiang City, packing winds of 23 m/s. Forecasters predict it’ll make landfall between Zhuhai and Zhanjiang late Monday, potentially reaching Category 12 wind speeds (33 m/s) – strong enough to uproot trees! 🌴💨
🚨 Red Zones & Travel Warnings
Coastal areas in Guangdong and Guangxi face the highest risk, with rainfall up to 230 mm – that’s two months’ worth of rain in 24 hours! 💦 Other regions like Jiangsu and Chongqing could also see flash floods. The NMC warns of possible flight cancellations and road closures.
📱 Safety First, Squad!
Local authorities urge residents to: – Avoid coastal areas – Stock emergency supplies – Follow real-time updates via China’s meteorological apps Travelers: Reschedule trips to affected regions this week! 🚫✈️
Tapah is the 16th typhoon this year, highlighting 2023’s intense storm season. Stay dry and stay tuned! 📡☔
