- China's National Meteorological Center issued a yellow alert on Thursday evening, forecasting Typhoon Dolphin to make landfall along China's eastern coast between Shanghai and Fuqing in Fujian Province on Sunday or Monday, with an intensity ranging from typhoon to severe typhoon level, bringing heavy rain to areas north of the landfall site.
- Typhoon Dolphin is approaching the coast between Zhejiang province in Shanghai’s consular district and Fujian province in Guangzhou’s consular district, expected to make landfall between August 9-10, 2026.
- Strong wind gusts of up to 70mph and heavy to torrential rainfall in coastal areas and inland are expected in Eastern China, particularly Zhejiang and Fujian provinces, between Saturday and Tuesday.
- Shanghai can also expect heavy rain and potential transportation disruptions.
- Provinces throughout the region may issue code orange typhoon warnings, indicating the potential for localized structural damage and disruption to transportation and utilities.
- Local authorities along China's eastern coast have taken various measures to protect the safety of people's lives and property.
Typhoon Dolphin is rapidly approaching eastern China, with forecasts indicating landfall between Shanghai and Fuqing on Sunday or Monday. The National Meteorological Center has issued a yellow alert, predicting the storm to reach severe typhoon levels, bringing heavy rain and wind gusts up to 70 mph.24
Local authorities are implementing safety measures to protect lives and property as the storm nears. Strong winds and torrential rainfall are expected across Zhejiang and Fujian provinces from Saturday through Tuesday, with potential for significant disruptions to transportation and utilities.6
Travelers in the region should prepare for major service disruptions as provinces may issue code orange typhoon warnings, indicating risks of localized structural damage. The storm's impact could lead to widespread challenges in transportation and emergency services, as authorities brace for the worst.
As the situation develops, residents are urged to stay informed and heed local advisories to ensure their safety during this severe weather event.
“China's National Meteorological Center issued a yellow alert Thursday evening, forecasting landfall intensity from typhoon to severe typhoon level. Provinces may issue code orange warnings, indicating potential for localized structural damage and disruption to transportation and utilities.”
