Typhoon Noul, the 12th tropical cyclone of the year and the third to hit China this month, made landfall on the coast of Huidong County in southern China on July 26, 2026. The storm brought torrential rain and strong winds, prompting authorities to issue flood warnings for the region.
According to the China Meteorological Administration, Noul, which means 'the glow of sunrise or sunset' in Korean, packed winds of up to 120 km/h (75 mph) at landfall. The storm is expected to weaken as it moves inland, but heavy rainfall of up to 200 mm (8 inches) is forecast in some areas, raising concerns of flash floods and landslides.
Local emergency services have been mobilized, with rescue teams on standby. Residents in low-lying areas have been advised to evacuate to safer ground. The government has also suspended ferry services and advised ships to seek shelter in ports.
This is the third typhoon to affect China in July 2026, following earlier storms that caused significant damage in other parts of the country. The typhoon season in the Pacific typically peaks from July to October, with China often bearing the brunt of these powerful storms.
