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China Braces for Typhoon Dolphin's Fury
1 Aug
Summary
- Typhoon Dolphin, the 13th of 2026, may hit China soon.
- Rivers across major basins face significant water level rises.
- Officials urge worst-case scenario preparations to prevent disaster.
Typhoon Dolphin, identified as the 13th typhoon of 2026, poses a potential threat to China. The Ministry of Water Resources forecasts its landfall between August 1 and August 15, with significant impacts expected.
Forecasters anticipate substantial rises in rivers throughout the Pearl, Yangtze, and Yellow river basins. Areas including Taihu Lake, parts of Yunnan, Zhejiang, Fujian, and northeast China are also under watch. Small and medium rivers in heavy rainfall zones could exceed warning levels, and the risk of mountain torrents remains elevated.
In response, a ministry official has called for comprehensive preparations, emphasizing worst-case scenarios. The primary goals are to prevent loss of life, ensure dam integrity, avert dike breaches, and protect critical infrastructure. The ministry plans to enhance flood forecasting and prevention measures.
