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State media reported that Typhoon Saudel struck Taizhou and Wenling around 8 AM local time, prompting the evacuation of over 870,000 people ahead of expected heavy rainfall and flooding.
The storm struck eastern Zhejiang province, grounding flights and halting ferry services in major economic hubs including Ningbo and Shanghai.
Meteorological authorities track the storm as it prepares to make landfall in Zhejiang and Fujian provinces, following the evacuation of tens of thousands earlier.
As Typhoon Saudel approaches landfall, airports in Zhejiang and Fujian provinces remain on high alert with widespread flight and ferry suspensions, following similar disruptions in Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Meteorological agencies warn that Typhoon Saudel is bringing destructive winds and heavy rainfall to coastal regions, prompting evacuation orders and transport suspensions.
Typhoon Saudel is currently located 1,950 kilometers east of extreme Northern Luzon and is projected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility as a super typhoon on August 24.
Typhoon Saudel made landfall on China's eastern coast, prompting evacuations and disrupting travel, with reports of landfall in Taizhou.
Both Zhejiang and Fujian provinces in China have escalated their emergency response levels to prepare for the imminent arrival of Typhoon Saudel.
More than 40 Chinese airports brace for Typhoon Saudel through August 31 Global Times
The Central Weather Administration reports that Typhoon Saudel is rapidly losing strength as it moves through the region, with forecasts indicating continued degradation over the coming days.
Typhoon Saudel has caused significant disruptions to flights scheduled between Taiwan and Okinawa, leading to cancellations and delays.
Typhoon Saudel is forecast to intensify the southwest monsoon, or 'habagat,' as it enters the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Monday, according to state meteorologists.
Typhoon Saudel has struck China's eastern coastline, triggering widespread transport disruptions and forcing authorities to evacuate more than 870,000 residents ahead of heavy rainfall.
Major transport disruptions have hit Zhejiang province and surrounding areas as Typhoon Saudel approaches, prompting widespread flight and ferry cancellations. Authorities are preparing coastal cities like Shanghai and Shenzhen for severe weather impacts.
As Typhoon Saudel approaches, authorities in Zhejiang and Fujian provinces have suspended rail services, closed tourist sites, and ordered thousands of vessels to seek shelter. Experts warn of compounding rainfall risks from overlapping storm systems.
Typhoon Saudel is moving towards the coasts of Japan and Taiwan, leading to the cancellation of hundreds of flights in Okinawa. Heavy rain is forecast as the typhoon continues its approach.
Typhoon Saudel is forecast to enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) on Monday, August 24. The state weather bureau predicts it could intensify into a super typhoon.