The Super Typhoon “Ragasa” Advances Towards Southern China
As the powerful Super Typhoon Ragasa moves closer to the southern coast of China, residents are bracing for its impact. Authorities have issued the highest level of typhoon alert in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, and Hainan, anticipating landfall by Wednesday. With expected wind speeds exceeding 200 kilometers per hour, the typhoon is poised to deliver significant damage.
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Preparations and Precautions
In the city of Guangdong, shelves in supermarkets stand empty as residents stock up on essentials, anticipating the storm. Public transportation services in major cities like Dongguan, Zhuhai, and Foshan have been halted as a precaution. Moreover, at least ten cities have announced the closure of schools and offices, urging people to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. The disaster management agency in Shenzhen has advised that only emergency and essential service personnel should venture outside.
Flight Disruptions and Airport Challenges
The aviation sector is also feeling the typhoon’s effects. Hong Kong’s airline, Cathay Pacific, anticipates over 500 flight cancellations. The Hong Kong International Airport, a crucial hub for Asia and routes to Australia and New Zealand, remains operational but warns of “significant disruptions” to flights. The airport plans to set up a dedicated area for stranded passengers.
Impact Across Regions
Before reaching China, Typhoon Ragasa wreaked havoc in the northern Philippines and passed close to Taiwan. In Taiwan, authorities reported 25 injuries due to the storm. The Philippines suffered more severely, with one casualty reported and 25,000 residents forced to evacuate their homes. Over 40 flights were canceled, and many government buildings and schools remain closed. The Philippine state weather agency had warned of “life-threatening conditions,” including high storm surges and heavy rainfall, which indeed led to flooding and destruction.
Understanding Super Typhoons
Super typhoons are among the most intense and dangerous types of tropical cyclones. They occur in the Northwest Pacific – affecting Japan, China, and the Philippines – and are classified as super typhoons when the average wind speed reaches at least 240 kilometers per hour. The Philippines alone faces about 20 typhoons annually. Climate change has been a contributing factor to these storms forming closer to coastlines, gaining strength more quickly, and lingering over land longer.
As Typhoon Ragasa continues its path, its core winds have been recorded at 215 kilometers per hour with gusts up to 295 km/h, indicating its formidable strength. The region remains on high alert as the full impact of this super typhoon is yet to be seen, with authorities and residents taking every precaution to mitigate the damage and ensure safety.
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