Typhoon Haikui Causes Flooding and Rescues in China

Typhoon Haikui caused widespread flooding and damage in China’s Fujian and Guangdong provinces. The typhoon made landfall in Dongshan county, Fujian, and brought heavy rains, resulting in streets being submerged and vehicles swept away. During a rescue operation in Fuzhou city, a fire truck with nine people on board got trapped in floodwaters, with six individuals rescued, while three remained missing. Schools were closed, and thousands were evacuated to safe areas. In Guangdong, fishing boats returned to ports, and train and sea routes were suspended, while schools and tourist sites were closed. The typhoon’s intensity is expected to decrease as it moves westward.