China evacuates over 1 million as Typhoon Bavi brings winds and rain
Chinese authorities have evacuated over 1.7 million people as Typhoon Bavi approaches the eastern coast, bringing heavy winds and rain. The storm previously caused fatal landslides in the Philippines and has led to widespread flight and rail cancellations across China.
Why it matters
Large-scale evacuations and infrastructure disruptions highlight the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events in East Asia, impacting regional supply chains and public safety.
Chinese authorities evacuated more than 1 million people on Saturday (July 11, 2026) and issued high alerts as eastern China braced for Typhoon Bavi, which has brought strong winds and rain to Japan's southern islands and Taiwan.
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