Typhoon Hato (intensity, path, impact, etc.)

Typhoon Hato was a strong typhoon that formed in June 2017. It caused serious impact in the South China Sea. According to data from the China Meteorological Administration, the maximum wind force of Typhoon Hato reached level 17 and the wind speed was as high as 209 kilometers per hour. The path of this typhoon is very strange. It first formed in the eastern waters of the Philippines, then moved northwest, and finally made landfall south of Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province.

The impact of Typhoon Hato on China

Typhoon Hato has had a serious impact on southern China. Before the typhoon made landfall, Guangdong, Fujian, Guangxi and other regions successively issued typhoon warnings. As the typhoon approaches, many cities in Guangdong Province have suspended classes and services, severely affecting transportation. Many airports in Guangdong Province also suspended flights due to the typhoon, leaving many passengers stranded at the airports.

After the typhoon made landfall, many cities in Guangdong Province suffered serious damage. According to reports, more than 1.7 million people in Guangdong Province have been affected, and more than 200,000 people have been urgently evacuated. The direct economic losses caused by typhoons amount to billions of yuan.

Response Measures

Facing the threat of Typhoon Hato, the Chinese government has adopted a series of response measures. First of all, local governments actively organized evacuation operations to ensure the safety of people's lives. Secondly, government departments have strengthened the supervision of various dangerous goods to prevent accidents caused by typhoons. In addition, the government has also actively organized rescue forces to provide help to the affected people.