Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in China's Zhejiang province
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Typhoon Dolphin
Zhejiang province, China
August 9, 2026
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Typhoon Dolphin hit China's eastern coast on Sunday with 151 km/h winds. Over 1 million people were evacuated across the region. Significant transport disruptions and flight cancellations occurred in Shanghai and surrounding areas.
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