Typhoon Bavi Weakens After Striking China, Disrupting Transport and Raising Flood Risks
Bavi weakened after making landfall in Zhejiang, but heavy rain, flooding risks and transport disruptions persisted across eastern China. Taiwan and the Philippines also reported storm-related injuries and deaths.
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Typhoon Bavi weakened to a severe tropical storm after making landfall in Zhejiang, but widespread heavy rain and strong winds continued across eastern China on July 12, 2026. Forecasts indicated heightened risks of flooding and other rain-related disasters across Zhejiang, Fujian, Jiangxi, Anhui, Jiangsu and Shandong. ([china.org.cn](https://www.china.org.cn/2026-07/11/content_118594043.shtml?utm_source=openai))
Authorities elevated emergency measures for rainfall and typhoon-related hazards, while coastal shipping, offshore activity and aquaculture faced disruption. Shanghai’s airports also prepared for significant flight cancellations as the storm moved toward the region.
The storm’s broader regional effects included injuries in Taiwan and casualties linked to flooding, landslides and drowning in the Philippines. China has also mobilized central-government funds for recovery work in Zhejiang and Guangxi, including repairs to transport, water-management, health and education infrastructure.
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