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Typhoon Dolphin Unleashes Fury on Henan
13 Aug
Summary
- Over 65,000 residents evacuated due to Typhoon Dolphin.
- Henan province issued a red alert for torrential rain.
- Extensive emergency response includes 50,000 personnel.

Central China's Henan province is grappling with the severe impact of Typhoon Dolphin, leading to the evacuation of over 65,000 residents. Authorities have raised the warning to a red alert for torrential rain, anticipating widespread heavy downpours and thunderstorms from Wednesday to Thursday.
In preparation, Henan has mobilized extensively. Highway departments have set up over 200 material reserves and deployed 12,000 personnel to inspect roads and bridges. The power system is also on high alert, with dispatched repair teams and pruned trees along power lines. Over 50,000 people form emergency response teams, with classes and businesses suspended in affected regions. Residents are advised to avoid floodwaters.