Typhoon Doksuri made a devastating impact as it swept into China’s southeastern Fujian province, causing heavy rain and violent gusts of wind.
The powerful storm sparked fires by whipping power lines, uprooted trees, and forced the closure of factories and shopping malls. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of injuries or fatalities.
Typhoon Doksuri Wreaks Havoc in China’s Fujian Province
With wind speeds reaching 137 km/h (85.1 mph), Doksuri became the second strongest typhoon to land in Fujian since deadly Typhoon Meranti in 2016.
The impact was severe enough to prompt the closure of schools, businesses, and the evacuation of workers from offshore oil and gas fields.
Residents shared videos on social media showing the havoc caused by the typhoon, with power lines sparking and bursting into flames, and massive trees uprooted and blocking roads.
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Power and Water Cuts, Trail of Destruction in Philippines, Taiwan, and China
Many areas experienced power and water cuts, exacerbating the situation.
Prior to hitting China, Typhoon Doksuri had already left a trail of destruction in the Philippines and southern Taiwan.
Southern Taiwan experienced power outages, downed trees, and rainfall exceeding 1 meter in some regions. In Taiwan, authorities issued warnings of extreme winds, landslides, and floods.
As the storm moves north, ten provinces in China are expected to face heavy rainfall. However, forecasters predict that Doksuri’s intensity will gradually weaken.
The agricultural province of Anhui will also be affected, with concerns about potential crop damage to corn, rice, soybean, and cotton crops.
Authorities in both China and Taiwan are closely monitoring the situation and taking necessary precautions to ensure the safety of residents.
As the typhoon continues its path, residents in affected regions remain vigilant in the face of the storm’s unpredictable and destructive force.
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