Typhoon Dolphin Triggers Evacuations in Japan, Threatens Eastern China with Strong Winds and Heavy Rain

Typhoon Dolphin, a Category 1 storm, caused evacuations for nearly 260,000 residents and over 500 flight cancellations in Japan on August 7, 2026. The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of destructive winds, storm surges, and torrential rainfall. The typhoon is now expected to move towards eastern China, with provinces potentially issuing 'code orange' typhoon warnings and forecasts of strong wind gusts (up to 70 mph) and heavy to torrential rainfall in coastal and inland areas, particularly Zhejiang and Fujian provinces, between Saturday and Tuesday. Shanghai also anticipates heavy rain and transportation disruptions.