MORE THAN 400,000 PEOPLE DISPLACED AS TYPHOON BEBINCA SLAMS SHANGHAI

Sun 15 September 2024:

Life in parts of China was severely disrupted Monday as Typhoon Bebinca made landfall in Shanghai, state media reported.

The storm could be the most powerful to hit the financial hub in 75 years, prompting local authorities to issue a Level III emergency response.

Typhoon Bebinca, the 13th typhoon to strike China this year, brought winds of up to 42 meters per second, according to the Shanghai central meteorological observatory.

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The typhoon hit the Pudong district with maximum wind speeds of up to 151 kilometers per hour (94 mph). It caused widespread disruption, including flight cancellations, road closures, power outages and more than 10,000 trees were uprooted across the city.

Emergency services have been working to clear debris and assist residents as torrential rains and strong winds continue to batter the city. Authorities have issued a red alert and advised the public to stay indoors during this dangerous weather event

Authorities in Shanghai, home to nearly 25 million people, suspended school classes and public transportation as a precaution.

More than 414,000 residents were displaced as the city braced for the storm’s impact.

Rescue teams, comprising hundreds of personnel, have been placed on high alert in preparation for potential emergencies.

SOURCE: INDEPENDENT PRESS AND NEWS AGENCIES

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