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Typhoon Shantuoer is intensifying at an alarming rate, reaching an unprecedented level of 17 super typhoons.
Wind speeds are as high as 60 m/s and the central pressure is as low as 920 hPa. Its power has caused many people to worry and ask themselves, have we really experienced such a strong typhoon in history?
The imprint of history
Looking back at the history of typhoons, it is not difficult to find that typhoons have never been a trivial thing for coastal areas. Whether it is the super typhoon Herbert that hit Fujian in 1996 or the Sudirol that swept through Taiwan and the southeast coast in 2015, these names are all heart-wrenching.
These natural disasters have not only had a huge impact on the lives of local residents, but also had a serious impact on infrastructure and agricultural production. Today, Typhoon Shantuoer has surpassed the level of those strong typhoons of the year, and it seems that a new record is about to be written.
If Shantuoer follows its current path, southwestern Taiwan could become the most directly affected area, and the region could face unprecedented storms and strong winds.
Meteorological experts even predict that "Shantuoer" may become the strongest typhoon since the founding of the People's Republic of China. This conclusion undoubtedly reminds us of the days when typhoons were raging, especially the days when disasters such as storm surges, landslides, and floods followed.
Typhoons intensified
Why did Typhoon Shantuoer intensify so quickly in such a short period of time? This is due to the current extreme conditions of the atmosphere and oceans. The formation of typhoons is closely related to the temperature of sea water, and the high temperature of the ocean surface provides a steady stream of energy for typhoons, which exacerbates the increase in intensity.
In recent years, due to global climate change, ocean surface temperatures have generally been high, which has made the conditions for the formation and development of typhoons more favorable. For Shantuoer, it draws on the warm water energy of the South China Sea and bursts out with powerful destructive power in a short period of time.
At present, the eye of the typhoon is slowly but firmly moving towards the southwest of Taiwan, and the meteorological department predicts that the impact of the typhoon will be felt in the next 24 hours, and the eastern and southern parts of Taiwan will bear the brunt of the fierce wind and rain.
The extreme weather brought by the typhoon will pose a huge challenge to Taiwan, and the forecast of heavy precipitation is even more worrying, with the cumulative precipitation likely to exceed 800 mm, which means that a large amount of water may accumulate rapidly in a short period of time, resulting in waterlogging and flooding.
Storm surge and extreme rainfall
Typhoon Shantuoer will not only carry violent storms and rain, but will also bring a more threatening storm surge. As typhoons approach, weather forecasts indicate that coastal areas, especially low-lying areas, will face a serious storm surge threat.
This abnormal rise in sea levels caused by typhoons is often more difficult to prevent than typhoons themselves. When a typhoon makes landfall, storm surges can roll up huge waves and hit coastal embankments, which can easily lead to seawater inundation, and coastal residents must be vigilant.
In addition to storm surges, extreme rainfall brought by typhoons is also not to be underestimated. With the approach of "Shantuoer", the estimated value of precipitation continues to rise, not only the southern and eastern parts of Taiwan will be hit by heavy rainfall, but also the southeast coastal areas of Fujian and Zhejiang will also face the impact of heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in some areas may exceed 200 mm, which means that a large amount of precipitation in a short period of time will trigger waterlogging and landslides, especially in mountainous areas, where the risk of landslides rises sharply.
Coastal dwellers
In the face of the approaching strong typhoon, residents in coastal areas have already begun to act. Social media was flooded with discussions about the typhoon, with netizens expressing concerns about the damage caused by the typhoon and calling for swift action. Many residents have begun to fortify their homes and prepare emergency supplies. Supplies such as food, drinking water and emergency lights in supermarkets have also ushered in a rush to buy.
The meteorological department also issued an orange warning for typhoons in a timely manner and advised residents to take the following measures:
Strengthen the house: The strong wind of the typhoon can easily cause damage to the roof, windows and other structures of the house, and residents should check the stability of the house in advance, especially whether the doors and windows are firm.
Stock up: Going out during a storm can be extremely dangerous, and residents should stock up on enough food, water, and medicine in advance to prepare for possible shortages. Timely evacuation: For residents in low-lying areas, near rivers, and areas with a high incidence of landslides, they should always pay attention to the emergency evacuation notices issued by the government, and evacuate to safe areas as soon as possible if necessary.
Avoid seaside activities: During typhoons, rough seas and storm surges are extremely dangerous, all ships operating at sea should return to port as soon as possible, and coastal residents should also stay away from the sea to prevent accidents.
A critical moment for disaster prevention and mitigation
Typhoons are part of nature, and they are both a disaster and a test of our lives and environmental resilience. Every typhoon strikes reminds us of the need to stay vigilant and continuously improve our disaster prevention and mitigation capabilities.
Governments and citizens have made great strides in their ability to respond over the years, but with the increase in extreme weather events brought about by climate change, the challenges we face may become even greater in the future. This typhoon "Shantuoer" has once again sounded the alarm bell for us.
We need to pay more attention to both the emergency response plan for extreme weather and the resilience of infrastructure. Disasters often occur unpredictably, but effective prevention and preparedness can significantly reduce losses. Everyone's vigilance and action are a key part of this "war of nature".
Build resilience for disaster preparedness
Humanity has always been small and powerless in the face of natural disasters, but that doesn't mean we can't overcome the challenges. The explosive intensification of Typhoon Shantuoer has undoubtedly brought us a severe test, but it is also an opportunity to raise the awareness of disaster prevention among the whole people.
We should not only be fully prepared when disasters strike, but also strengthen disaster prevention infrastructure in peacetime to enhance the emergency response capacity of the whole society. Life will continue after the disaster, and we will learn from the experience of the storm and become stronger and more united.
Typhoon Shantuoer may be the strongest typhoon since the founding of the People's Republic of China, but it will also become an important node for us to overcome natural disasters and enhance our ability to resist disasters. In the days to come, we will continue to walk with the wind and rain to meet a brighter tomorrow together.
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