China’s Ministry of Water Resources raised its flood warning to yellow in anticipation of heavy rainfall from Typhoon Bavi. The country employs a four-tier flood warning system, with yellow indicating a need for increased readiness and precautionary measures. The upcoming downpours are expected to affect various regions in eastern, central, and southern China, potentially leading to significant precipitation exceeding 260 mm in some areas.
Typhoon Bavi, the ninth typhoon of the year, has already made landfall in east China’s Zhejiang Province and is projected to weaken as it moves northwest. As a precautionary measure, over 50 major tourist attractions in Shanghai have been closed or have adjusted their operating hours. China’s National Meteorological Centre has issued a red alert for rainstorms and an orange alert for the typhoon, with expected heavy rainfall in several regions, including parts of Zhejiang, Fujian, and Taiwan.
Authorities have warned of potential flash floods, mountain torrents, and urban waterlogging, advising the public to remain vigilant and avoid low-lying areas during the heavy rains. The Haihe River basin has already experienced its first floods of 2026, and additional rainfall could lead to further flooding in major waterways like Taihu Lake, Liaohe River, and Songhua River.
