Typhoon Dolphin strengthens and heads for the China coast, knocking out power to tens of thousands, prompting emergency closures as authorities brace for impact.
South Korea is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave. Yangsan records 42.5C, the hottest on record; Seoul and other cities face severe heat warnings. Authorities have activated new disaster measures, deploy cooling efforts, and warn residents to stay indoors and hydrate as power demand and health risks rise.
Dolphin has strengthened into a very strong typhoon and is moving west-northwest, threatening Okinawa and Amami before expected landfall on China’s eastern coast late Sunday to Monday. Japan has reported injuries and power outages, with flight cancellations and evacuations underway.
Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall in eastern China, triggering massive flight cancellations, evacuations, and power outages across Zhejiang, Shanghai, Fujian and Taiwan. Authorities warn of heavy rain, landslides and ongoing disruptions as the storm tracks northwest and weakens.