Typhoon Maysak has caused two deaths and forced 48,000 evacuations in southern China, specifically in Nanning, Guangxi province. As the storm moves inland, meteorologists warn of continued heavy rainfall across Guangxi, Guizhou, and Hunan, while Super Typhoon Bavi approaches Taiwan with winds reaching 180 mph.
What damage has Typhoon Maysak caused in Guangxi?
Typhoon Maysak killed two people in Nanning, the capital of China’s Guangxi region. Deputy mayor Wei Jiang stated on Monday that approximately 55,000 people have already been affected by floods in the city. To manage the rising danger, authorities evacuated roughly 48,000 people and raised the flood control emergency response to its highest level.
The storm has caused significant infrastructure strain. According to Wei Jiang, waters are currently overflowing or breaking through barriers at three separate reservoirs. In the city of Guigang, located about 170 miles (270km) from Nanning, floodwaters transformed a wide road into a lake. The ministry of water resources reported in a statement that the water level at the Guigang hydrological station reached 42 metres by 12:30 p.m. on Monday.
Video footage from Fangchenggang shows the intensity of the rising water, where a vehicle was seen being washed down a street. In one instance, water rose to the level of a car’s steering wheel, leaving a man struggling to prevent his electric scooter from being swept away by the current.
The regions expected to face heavy rainfall—Guangxi, Guizhou, and Hunan—are home to more than 150 million people. This population is larger than the entire population of Russia.
What are the risks from Super Typhoon Bavi?
While Maysak weakens, China is preparing for the arrival of Super Typhoon Bavi. The US National Weather Service reported on Monday that Bavi is moving across the islands of Guam, Tinian, Saipan, and Rota, bringing winds of up to 180 mph.
The storm is currently making its way across the Pacific Ocean toward Taiwan. According to the state news agency Xinhua, weather authorities expect Bavi to bring strong winds and heavy rain to eastern China starting Thursday. This follows the path of Maysak, which made its first landfall in Hainan on Friday and its second landfall in Vietnam on Sunday.
How does extreme weather impact the economy?
The frequency of these storms highlights a growing economic vulnerability. Analysts say weather-related risks stand to wipe out tens of billions of dollars in commercial activity every year. As cities flood and industrial activity stalls, the financial consequences mount.
Meteorologists link the increasing threat of extreme weather to the climate crisis. Beyond immediate property damage, these events lead to submerged crops and disrupted supply chains. The combination of Maysak’s impact in the south and the impending arrival of Bavi illustrates the compounding nature of these weather events.
During active typhoon seasons, monitor official hydrological station reports. Rapid rises in water levels, like the 42-metre peak seen in Guigang, serve as critical indicators for immediate evacuation needs.
Where else are fatalities being reported in China?
Heavy rains have also claimed lives in northern China. Five people died due to severe weather recently. This includes two deaths caused by a flash flood in Inner Mongolia on Saturday evening. In Fushun, located in Liaoning province, three other people died during the same period.
In Vietnam, the border city of Mong Cai experienced significant damage as Maysak moved toward the Chinese mainland. State media reported that the storm brought down trees and ripped metal roofs from buildings as it crossed the border into Guangxi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Approximately 48,000 people were evacuated in Nanning following the heavy rains caused by Typhoon Maysak.
The US National Weather Service states that Super Typhoon Bavi brings winds of up to 180 mph.
Meteorologists expect heavy rainfall across Guangxi, Guizhou, and Hunan in the coming days.
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