Typhoon Yagi Disrupts Life in South China and the Philippines

Typhoon Yagi swept south of Hong Kong, making landfall on Hainan island and causing major disruptions in southern China. With winds up to 245 kph, Yagi forced around a million residents to evacuate. The storm caused widespread damage in both China and the Philippines, including halted transportation, closed businesses, and disrupted daily life.

Typhoon Yagi has caused significant disruptions across southern China after making landfall on Hainan island on Friday.

The storm, with wind speeds reaching up to 245 kph, has led to the evacuation of around a million residents from Hainan and Guangdong provinces. Ahead of Yagi's landfall, more than 420,000 people were relocated in Hainan, with over half a million in Guangdong following suit.

Classes, work, and transportation have been suspended as authorities braced for widespread flooding and infrastructure damage. The typhoon previously impacted the Philippines, causing landslides, flooding, and displacing over 47,600 people before moving towards China. Flights and ferry services were also disrupted both regions.

(With inputs from agencies.)