China has activated emergency protocols as Typhoon Matmo lashes its southern coastline, triggering mass evacuations and nationwide disaster preparedness efforts. The Ministry of Emergency Management confirmed Sunday's activation of a Level-IV national disaster relief response – the first tier in China's four-stage emergency system – as torrential rains and gales battered Guangdong and Hainan provinces.
Over 347,000 residents have been relocated from high-risk coastal areas, with authorities prioritizing vulnerable communities. Emergency shipments totaling 30,000 specialized relief items – including portable beds, waterproof mats, and family survival kits – are being distributed across affected regions.
Coordinated Response System
China's disaster management framework enables rapid scaling of resources, with Level I representing maximum alert status. While current conditions remain at Level IV, meteorological agencies warn of potential flooding and landslides through midweek.
The typhoon's path through the South China Sea comes during peak fishing and tourism seasons, raising economic concerns for coastal industries. Shipping lanes near Hainan's major ports remain temporarily closed as safety precautions.
