China, Taiwan and parts of Japan are preparing for the impact of Typhoon Bavi, one of the strongest tropical storms in recent years. Authorities have issued warnings for heavy rainfall, destructive winds, flooding, landslides and storm surges as the powerful cyclone approaches East Asia.

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• Typhoon Bavi is moving towards Taiwan and eastern China with extremely powerful winds.
• Maximum wind speeds have reached nearly 200 km/h.
• The storm is expected to pass near northern Taiwan before making landfall in Fujian Province, China.
• Authorities in Taiwan have advised residents to stock essential supplies and prepare for emergencies.
• Bavi is expected to be the largest typhoon to affect Taiwan since 1987.
• It could become the strongest typhoon in the region since Super Typhoon Kong-rey (2024).
• China is still recovering from Typhoon Maysak, which caused severe flooding and loss of life.
• Heavy rainfall may trigger flash floods, landslides and coastal storm surges.
• Fishing boats have returned to ports, and precautionary evacuations have begun in vulnerable coastal areas.
• Several airlines have cancelled flights due to the approaching storm.
• Japan’s Okinawa Prefecture has also been placed on high alert for severe weather.
• Meteorological agencies have warned people to avoid coastal areas during the storm.
• Scientists say warmer ocean temperatures can intensify tropical cyclones.
• The expected El Niño conditions may contribute to stronger and more frequent typhoons.
• Authorities continue to monitor the storm’s path, as even a slight change could significantly affect the impact area.