Heads up, weather watchers! Typhoon Matmo, the 21st storm of the year, has made landfall in Xuwen County, southern Guangdong Province on the Chinese mainland. 🌊⚠️
What’s going on? Before hitting the coast, Matmo whipped up winds clocked at 42 m/s (about 150 km/h) and a pressure drop down to 965 hPa. In simple terms, it’s a powerful system that packs a serious punch with strong gusts and heavy rain.
Impact Check: Coastal areas in Hainan and the Leizhou Peninsula felt the brunt first, with transport services paused and scenic spots shut down. In Guangdong, authorities are on high alert, working around the clock to clear roads and keep people safe.
Your Quick Guide: Keep an eye on local weather apps or government alerts for live updates. Charge your devices, stock up on essentials, and steer clear of low-lying spots prone to flooding.
For our South and Southeast Asia fam, remember how we rallied during Cyclone Amphan in India or Typhoon Rai in the Philippines. Community support and timely info made all the difference. Let’s stay connected, share verified updates, and look out for one another. 🤝
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
