Typhoon Yagi, the second-strongest tropical storm of 2024, made its presence known in southern China as it unleashed heavy rains and powerful winds in Hainan province. With maximum sustained winds reaching 234 km/h, the storm caused widespread outages and destruction as it made landfall.
Having already claimed at least 16 lives in the Philippines earlier in the week, Yagi intensified as it approached China, prompting authorities to issue warnings and evacuation orders. Despite narrowly missing Hong Kong, the city still faced significant disruptions as residents prepared for the impact of the powerful typhoon.
Forecasted to continue its path towards coastal provinces of Vietnam, Yagi forced thousands to seek shelter in evacuation centers in anticipation of the storm’s arrival. The effects of the typhoon are expected to be far-reaching, with communities bracing for potential damage and disruptions to daily life.
As Yagi continues on its destructive path, it serves as a stark reminder of the power and unpredictability of nature’s fury. With communities in its path taking necessary precautions and preparing for the worst, the impact of this powerful tropical storm will likely be felt for days to come.
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Video “Typhoon Yagi: 2024’s second-strongest tropical storm makes landfall in southern China” was uploaded on 09/06/2024 to Youtube Channel Global News