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Thousands evacuated, flights cancelled as Typhoon Wutip nears southern China
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BEIJING: Chinese authorities on the southern island of Hainan have evacuated thousands of people, shut schools, and suspended rail services as Typhoon Wutip approaches landfall on Friday (Jun 13), state media reported. More than 16,000 people have been relocated from construction sites, low-lying flood-prone areas and regions at risk of flash floods, according to state news agency Xinhua. An additional 40,000 people working on boats have also been moved ashore. Footage from state broadcaster CCTV showed palm trees whipping violently in the wind and workers clearing fallen trees from deserted... Read More




