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Typhoon Dolphin to Hit China with 162 km/h Winds and Rainfall

Typhoon Dolphin is set to make landfall on China's east coast on August 9, 2026, with sustained winds reaching 162 kilometers per hour (101 mph). This storm has already impacted Japan's Okinawa, injuring six people and cutting power to over 50,000 buildings. Following its arrival in China, authorities have evacuated over 1 million people, including 30,300 from Shanghai, and canceled around 1,500 flights. The storm is expected to bring heavy rainfall of 250-500 mm (9.8-19.7 inches) in some areas, raising the threat of flooding and landslides, which could disrupt markets and local economies significantly.