China to Evacuate 400,000 as Super Typhoon Ragasa Hits Philippines, Heads for Southern ChinaThe Chinese city of Shenzhen has announced plans to evacuate 400,000 residents as authorities brace for the impact of Super Typhoon Ragasa, which made landfall in the northern Philippines on Monday.
In the Philippines, thousands of families have already sought refuge in evacuation centers after the storm brought gale-force winds, torrential rain, and widespread power outages. Emergency officials have warned of potential flooding and landslides in mountainous areas.With Ragasa tracking toward the South China coast, Shenzhen and neighboring cities are rolling out large-scale contingency measures. Schools and businesses are expected to shut down, flights may be grounded, and maritime operations suspended as the typhoon approaches.Meteorologists have described Ragasa as one of the strongest storms of the season, urging residents in its path to take maximum precautions.
Authorities in both the Philippines and China continue to monitor the storm closely, warning that its destructive winds and heavy rainfall could pose serious threats to lives, infrastructure, and agriculture across the region.