Typhoon Bualoi has brought torrential rains and strong winds to south China's Hainan Province, prompting the mobilization of emergency measures across the island to protect residents and minimize damage.
On Saturday night, the city of Sanya in Hainan Province issued a red alert for heavy rainfall and upgraded its emergency response for flood and wind disasters to Level II.
In response to worsening weather conditions, classes at all primary and secondary schools, kindergartens, and off-campus training institutions have been suspended in Sanya, a coastal city on the island known for its beaches. Sanya Phoenix International Airport has halted all flight operations, with services expected to resume Sunday night. Major tourist attractions across the city have also temporarily shut down.
By Saturday afternoon, the Sanya Maritime Authority had organized the evacuation of more than 2,000 non-essential personnel from offshore operation platforms and other vessels within its jurisdiction to ensure maritime safety
In Hainan's island city of Sansha, a top-level emergency response was activated on Saturday. Various departments are conducting hazard inspections, reinforcing doors and windows, and relocating residents and construction workers on islands and reefs.
As of 16:00 Saturday, Sansha had successfully relocated and resettled 685 people.
"After we arrived at the sports center, they handed out water, instant noodles, and other supplies. We feel safe staying here," said Wu Guangliu, a construction worker at a project site in Sansha.
According to the Hainan Meteorological Bureau, heavy to torrential downpours are expected on Sunday, especially in the eastern and southern regions of the island, with some areas forecast to face extremely heavy rainfall.
Hainan braces for storms as Typhoon Bualoi approaches
