Typhoon Bavi China Triggers Mass Evacuations and Flooding

Typhoon Bavi in China brings dangerous flooding across eastern provinces

Typhoon Bavi China continues to threaten millions of people after making landfall along the country’s eastern coast. Although the storm has weakened into a tropical storm, weather officials warn that its large circulation could continue producing heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides across several provinces over the coming days.

Authorities have already evacuated more than 2.8 million people, making this one of China’s largest emergency evacuations of the year. The storm has damaged homes, disrupted transportation, and increased flood risks in many communities.

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Millions evacuated as heavy rain continues

Emergency officials confirmed that most evacuations took place in Zhejiang Province, where over 2.2 million residents were moved to safer locations before the storm reached land.

Typhoon Bavi first struck the coastal city of Yuhuan before moving toward Wenzhou. Strong winds, flooding, and continuous rainfall caused widespread disruption across several cities.

Local authorities have reported no official deaths at the time of publication, but emergency teams remain on high alert as weather conditions continue to develop.

Flooding damages roads, homes and transport

Heavy rainfall flooded streets, damaged buildings, and knocked down thousands of trees in several affected areas.

Emergency crews are working around the clock to:

1. Remove fallen trees
2. Clear blocked roads
3. Restore electricity
4. Reopen transport routes
5. Deliver emergency supplies

Residents in coastal communities reported spending the entire night removing floodwater from their homes while strong winds damaged roofs and buildings.

Flights and trains cancelled

The severe weather also caused major transportation disruptions.

Hundreds of flights were cancelled, while train services were suspended in several major cities. Airports and railway stations continue to monitor weather conditions before restoring normal operations.

Authorities are asking travelers to check schedules before beginning their journeys.

Landslide and flood risks remain high

Although Typhoon Bavi has weakened after landfall, meteorologists warn that the storm’s wide circulation could continue producing dangerous weather far inland.

Several provinces remain under heavy rain warnings, with flooding expected to increase in low-lying communities and areas that have already received significant rainfall during recent weeks.

Emergency officials continue monitoring rivers, reservoirs, and mountainous regions where landslides remain a serious concern.

Climate experts warn of stronger storms

Climate researchers say warmer ocean temperatures and changing weather patterns are contributing to stronger tropical storms across East Asia.

Experts believe rapidly intensifying storms leave less preparation time for emergency services and residents, increasing the risk of flooding and infrastructure damage.

As rainfall continues, authorities are urging residents to follow evacuation orders and remain updated through official weather alerts.

Situation remains under close monitoring

Rescue teams continue supporting affected communities while emergency agencies monitor the storm’s movement across eastern China.

Officials expect additional rainfall over the coming days and are preparing for possible flooding in more provinces as Typhoon Bavi moves farther inland.