Typhoon Bavi Forces Shenyang Subway Shutdown and Evacuates 360,000 in China
Typhoon Bavi has triggered emergency measures in northeast China, shutting down parts of Shenyang's subway system and prompting the evacuation of more than 360,000 people in Liaoning province as it brings torrential rains and flooding. [3]
Typhoon Bavi Batters Northeast China
Typhoon Bavi is continuing to bring torrential downpours to northeast China, forcing the transport and economic hub of Shenyang to halt non-essential travel and shut down parts of its subway network. [3] Emergency measures remain in place on Tuesday in Shenyang, capital of Liaoning province, where Bavi continues to lash the city, despite weakening into a tropical storm. [3] Across the province, more than 360,000 people have been evacuated as a result of the weather system, according to state broadcaster CCTV on Tuesday morning. [3] The heavy rainfall triggered urban flooding across Shenyang on Monday, leaving numerous vehicles submerged. [3] Standing water reached depths of nearly 300mm (11in) along several of the city’s main roads. [3] By Tuesday morning, the municipal government had announced the closure of multiple subway entrances and the temporary suspension of three entire transit lines because of the relentless downpour. [3]
Emergency Measures and Closures in Shenyang
In Shenyang, schools were suspended on Monday as well as outdoor activities and construction site operations, while city authorities urged residents to work from home and avoid non-essential trips. [3] Typhoon Bavi is continuing to bring torrential downpours to northeast China, forcing the transport and economic hub of Shenyang to halt non-essential travel and shut down parts of its subway network. [3] Emergency measures remain in place on Tuesday in Shenyang, capital of Liaoning province, where Bavi continues to lash the city, despite weakening into a tropical storm. [3] The heavy rainfall triggered urban flooding across Shenyang on Monday, leaving numerous vehicles submerged. [3] Standing water reached depths of nearly 300mm (11in) along several of the city’s main roads. [3] By Tuesday morning, the municipal government had announced the closure of multiple subway entrances and the temporary suspension of three entire transit lines because of the relentless downpour. [3] Across the province, more than 360,000 people have been evacuated as a result of the weather system, according to state broadcaster CCTV on Tuesday morning. [3]
Severe Thunderstorms Strike Montana
At 920 PM MDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 18 miles southeast of Harrison to near Ennis, moving northeast at 25 mph. [1] The hazard includes 60 mph wind gusts, according to radar indicated sources. [1] The impact includes expected damage to roofs, siding, and trees. [1] Locations impacted include Ennis, Norris, Jeffers, and Mcallister. [1]
Fire Weather Threat in Minnesota
A Red Flag Warning is in effect for Koochiching County on Tuesday afternoon and evening. [2] The affected area covers Koochiching, North St. Louis and Northern Cook and Lake counties in Minnesota. [2] Winds are northwest 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. [2] Relative humidity is as low as 22 percent, with temperatures 90 to 95. [2] The impacts include the rapid spread of any fires that may occur due to the forecast weather conditions and dry fuels per guidance from local land management agencies. [2]
Flash Flooding Hits South Carolina
A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for West Central Fairfield County in central South Carolina and Central Newberry County in central South Carolina until 145 AM EDT. [4] At 1052 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. [4] Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen, with additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches possible in the warned area. [4] Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin. [4]
Ongoing River Flooding in Louisiana
The Flood Warning is extended for the Calcasieu River Near Glenmora and the Calcasieu River near White Oak Park in Louisiana. [5] The Flood Warning is cancelled for the Vermilion River At Lafayette, Surrey Street Gage. [5] Minor flooding is forecast for the Calcasieu River near White Oak Park from Tuesday afternoon until further notice. [5]
What to watch next includes continued monitoring of the Calcasieu River near White Oak Park for minor flooding impacts until further notice, alongside any updates to the Red Flag Warning conditions in northern Minnesota counties and the Severe Thunderstorm Warning effects in Madison County locations such as Ennis and Norris.
