Super Typhoon Yagi made its second landfall in Xuwen County, Zhanjiang City, in south China’s Guangdong Province, around 10:20 p.m. on Friday, according to the provincial meteorological bureau.
Yagi, the 11th typhoon of the year, had intensified into a super typhoon at level 17. The maximum wind force near its center reached 208.8 kilometers per hour when it struck Guangdong.
Over 1 million residents have been relocated as authorities brace for the storm’s impact. Emergency services are on high alert, with preparations underway to mitigate the typhoon’s effects.
The powerful winds and heavy rainfall are expected to affect vast areas, and residents have been advised to stay indoors and take necessary precautions.
Meteorologists are monitoring the situation closely, providing regular updates on Yagi’s trajectory and intensity.
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Super Typhoon Yagi hits again, 1 million residents relocated
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