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Typhoon Bavi Triggers Zhejiang Flood Alerts, Evacuations, 48 Flights Canceled

7/9/2026

Summary

Story summary

Zhejiang authorities activated Level IV flood and typhoon and Level III maritime safety emergencies as Super Typhoon Bavi approached, ordering offshore workers to evacuate, fishing vessels to return, and tourists to stay alert.
The National Meteorological Center reported Bavi moving west-northwest at 15-20 km/h with winds up to 216 km/h and forecast landfall Saturday evening or Sunday on Zhejiang and Fujian, bringing 300-500 mm rain.
Japan Airlines cancelled 48 domestic flights, affecting about 7,610 passengers.

History

Historical Context

China’s flood history began with the deadly 1998 Yangtze River floods, which killed 3,704 people and affected 180 million, and resurfaced in the 2020 floods described as the worst since 1998. Today, Zhejiang’s Level IV alert for Super Typhoon Bavi has forced the National Meteorological Center and Japan Airlines to evacuate offshore workers and cancel dozens of flights, underscoring the nation’s persistent storm vulnerability.

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Story summary

Zhejiang authorities activated Level IV flood and typhoon and Level III maritime safety emergencies as Super Typhoon Bavi approached, ordering offshore workers to evacuate, fishing vessels to return, and tourists to stay alert.
The National Meteorological Center reported Bavi moving west-northwest at 15-20 km/h with winds up to 216 km/h and forecast landfall Saturday evening or Sunday on Zhejiang and Fujian, bringing 300-500 mm rain.
Japan Airlines cancelled 48 domestic flights, affecting about 7,610 passengers.

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