More than 17,000 residents have been evacuated across southwest China's Yunnan province as Typhoon Matmo brought torrential rains and destructive winds to the region. Authorities in Wenshan Zhuang and Miao Autonomous Prefecture initiated emergency protocols after the storm made its second landfall in Guangxi, downgraded to a severe tropical storm but still packing significant force.
Impact on Border Regions
Funing County, bordering Guangxi, bore the brunt of Matmo's initial strike. Landslides damaged critical roadways while floodwaters submerged agricultural fields, threatening local livelihoods. Heavy machinery has been deployed to clear debris and restore transportation routes.
Preventive Measures Intensify
Emergency teams across Yunnan and Guangxi remain on high alert, reinforcing flood barriers and monitoring vulnerable slopes. "Our priority is ensuring zero casualties," stated a local disaster response official, highlighting round-the-clock coordination between meteorological agencies and rescue units.
While Matmo continues weakening, forecasters warn of persistent rainfall through the weekend, urging residents to avoid landslide-prone areas.
