Strongest typhoon in 70 years, 'Babinka' hit, hundreds of flights cancelled
September 16, 20241 Min Read

International Desk: After 70 years, strong typhoon 'Babinka' has hit China's commercial area Shanghai. The storm made a direct hit on Monday (September 16) morning with massive force. News Reuters

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According to state media reports, the storm hit 151 km. About 2.5 million people live in the city of Shanghai. After Typhoon Gloria hit in 1949, Babinka was hit this time.

A direct hit by a strong typhoon in Shanghai is extremely rare. It usually occurs in southern China. Earlier last week, the Category 4 super typhoon Yagi hit China's Hainan province on its strongest side.

Meanwhile, flights at two airports in Shanghai have been canceled since Sunday night due to Typhoon Babinka. Besides, some railway services of this city have also been stopped. The storm hit China at a time when the country is on a three-day public holiday for the Autumn Festival.

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Resorts, parks and zoos have been closed due to the powerful typhoon and ferry services have also been suspended.