Rain pounded Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin swept through China, triggering severe flooding and forcing mass evacuations. The storm, which has been linked to climate change, brought record rainfall to the capital, turning roads into rivers and stranding vehicles. Forecasters warned that Beijing could receive more than one-third of its annual rainfall in a single day, prompting emergency measures.
Authorities in the Chinese capital declared a second-highest rainstorm warning, suspending 250 bus routes and closing 150 tourist attractions. Ten subway lines operated at reduced speed as officials worked to manage the crisis. Thousands of residents were evacuated from flood-prone and landslide-risk areas, with emergency services deploying across northern and central China.
The typhoon’s remnants moved deeper inland, affecting the central province of Hubei. Flooding forced the closure of tourist sites and halted construction projects. Scientists note that the storm’s intensity aligns with rising temperatures and an emerging El Niño pattern, which is increasing the frequency and strength of typhoons. Officials are monitoring the situation as the region continues to face extreme weather conditions.
