Nbcnews Typhoon Dolphin Strikes China's East Coast, Evacuations and Flight Cancellations Surge
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- •Typhoon Dolphin made landfall on August 9, 2026, with winds of 94 mph.
- •Over 1 million people have been evacuated, and thousands of flights canceled.
- •Torrential rain is expected to cause flooding and landslides across eastern China.
Typhoon Dolphin, the strongest tropical cyclone to hit China in 2026, made landfall near Yuhuan in Zhejiang province on August 9, 2026. With maximum sustained winds of 94 mph (151 km/h), it has led to the evacuation of over 1 million people and the cancellation of thousands of flights. The storm, which previously affected Japan's Okinawa, is expected to bring torrential rain and increase the risk of flooding and landslides across eastern China. Authorities have activated emergency responses, with significant disruptions reported in transportation and infrastructure. Heavy rainfall is forecasted to continue through August 10, with some areas potentially receiving up to 20 inches of rain. The storm's prolonged strength and unusual trajectory have raised concerns among meteorologists.
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