Central Meteorological Center has issued an orange typhoon warning as Typhoon Moganshan approaches the coast of southern China. According to a report on the Central Meteorological Center’s website on September 4, the center of Typhoon Moganshan was located approximately 760 kilometers east of Wenchang City, Hainan Province, in the northeastern part of the South China Sea at 5 a.m. on September 4. The coordinates were 19.0 degrees north latitude and 118.0 degrees east longitude. The maximum wind speed near the center was 11 levels (30 meters per second), with the minimum central pressure at 980 hPa. The radius of the gale-force wind circle was 150-250 kilometers, and the radius of the storm-force wind circle was 60-80 kilometers.
Typhoon Path and Expected Impact
Typhoon Moganshan is expected to move west-northwest at a speed of approximately 10 kilometers per hour, gradually intensifying. It is predicted to make landfall between Wanning in Hainan and Dianbai in Guangdong Province as a severe typhoon or super typhoon, with wind speeds of 14-16 levels (45-52 meters per second) in the afternoon or evening of September 6. It will then move into the Beibu Gulf on September 7, continuing towards the border between China and Vietnam, where its intensity is expected to decrease.
Wind Forecast
From 8 a.m. on September 4 to 8 a.m. on September 5, the eastern Taiwan Strait, most of the South China Sea, the Busu Strait, the southern coast of Fujian Province, and the eastern coast of Guangdong Province will experience winds of 6-8 levels. Some areas in the northeastern part of the South China Sea, where the typhoon center passes, may experience winds of up to 9-11 levels, with gusts reaching 12-14 levels and possibly up to 15-16 levels.
Precautionary Measures
- Government and相关部门: They are advised to carry out emergency typhoon prevention and rescue work as per their responsibilities.
- Maritime Operations: All maritime operations and passing ships should return to port to avoid the storm, with port facilities to be reinforced to prevent ships from drifting, grounding, or colliding.
- Outdoor Activities: Indoor and outdoor large-scale gatherings and dangerous outdoor activities, especially at heights, should be suspended.
- Structural Reinforcement: Structures that can be easily blown away by the wind should be reinforced or dismantled. People should stay indoors in wind-safe places, ensuring that the elderly and children are in the safest locations. Vulnerable individuals should be promptly relocated.
- Caution During the Eye of the Typhoon: When the typhoon’s eye passes, the wind may temporarily decrease or stop. However, it is crucial to remember that the strong wind will suddenly resume, and people should continue to stay in safe places.
Conclusion
The orange typhoon warning is a serious alert, indicating that Typhoon Moganshan poses a significant threat to the coastal areas of southern China. With the typhoon expected to intensify and make landfall as a severe typhoon or super typhoon, authorities and residents are advised to take all necessary precautions to ensure safety and minimize damage. The Central Meteorological Center will continue to monitor the typhoon’s progress and provide updates to the public.
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