Video: Haiyan storm landed, causing flooding in China

On 11/11, after devastating the Philippines and overflowing through Quang Ninh and Hai Phong provinces of Vietnam, Typhoon Haiyan swept across China's Hainan Island and landed in the south of the country. Although weakened, the storm still caused heavy rain and abruptly reduced the temperature, causing many local Chinese meteorological agencies to set a red alert level.

Dongxing City is located in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region with winds of up to 118km / h. Heavy rains have caused widespread flooding, devastating trees and facilities. City officials had to close kindergarten, primary and secondary schools for one day to ensure safety for 160,000 students.

According to the storm warning and relief agency, more than 15,000 fishing boats in 3 coastal cities, namely Dong Hung, Kham Chau and Bac Hai, have been safely anchored at ports and fishermen have stopped all activities. sea.