Typhoon Dolphin batters Okinawa as China braces for landfall
Typhoon Dolphin has intensified disruption in Japan's Okinawa prefecture, where at least 44,000 buildings lost power after the storm hit the island on Saturday. At least five people were injured, including elderly residents who fell in strong winds, according to the Okinawan prefectural government. The typhoon is now moving toward China, where authorities are preparing for landfall along the eastern coast.The storm recorded maximum wind speeds of 162km/h (101mph) on Saturday and was classified as a very strong typhoon by the Japan Meteorological Agency. Officials warned of high waves, storm surges and lightning strikes as the system moved through the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Aug 2026 16:00 LONDON
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