Super Typhoon Yagi Devastates China’s Hainan Province

Super Typhoon Yagi, the strongest storm in Asia this year, struck China’s Hainan province, causing school closures, flight cancellations, and business disruptions. With winds of 234 km/h, it doubled in strength after impacting the Philippines, affecting various regions including Hong Kong, Macau, and Vietnam.

Super Typhoon Yagi, the most powerful storm in Asia this year, made landfall in China's Hainan province on Friday, causing widespread disruption with its gales and torrential rain. Schools were shut for a second day, and flights were canceled across the South China Sea region.

At its peak, Yagi unleashed winds of 234 km/h (145 mph), making it the world's second-most powerful tropical cyclone of 2024. After devastating the northern Philippines and leaving 16 dead, Yagi intensified further before hitting Wenchang in Hainan.

The storm forced closures of educational institutions and businesses in Hong Kong, Macau, Guandong, and Hainan. Airports in Vietnam also faced shutdowns as Yagi is forecasted to impact the country over the weekend.

(With inputs from agencies.)