25 September 2025
Web Desk
Typhoon Ragasa Weakens Over China but Leaves Heavy Flooding and Looming Threats
Southern China is grappling with floods and disruptions after Typhoon Ragasa made landfall this week, even as the once-powerful storm lost intensity while moving inland.
Typhoon Ragasa entered China after lashing the Philippines and Taiwan, where it caused multiple deaths, power outages, and widespread destruction. Although downgraded upon reaching Chinese territory, the storm brought torrential rains, swollen rivers, and dangerous coastal waves. Authorities warned of continued flooding risks as Ragasa tracks toward northern Vietnam.
Emergency measures have been activated across southern provinces. Ferry services and port operations were suspended, rescue teams deployed, and local governments ordered precautionary evacuations in low-lying areas. Heavy rainfall warnings remain in effect, with officials urging residents to avoid travel in vulnerable regions.
Earlier in the week, Ragasa was among the strongest storms of the season, unleashing devastation across parts of Southeast Asia. In the Philippines and Taiwan, it destroyed homes, cut off electricity, and forced thousands into evacuation centers.
Meteorologists caution that even in its weakened state, Ragasa’s slow movement could worsen flooding and trigger landslides, particularly along China’s border with Vietnam. Relief agencies are preparing for extended operations, while regional governments brace for additional damage assessments in the coming days.
