In response to the intensifying super typhoon Doksuri, the China Meteorological Administration has raised its emergency response level to Level I, the highest level, on the afternoon of July 27.
Doksuri, the fifth typhoon of the year, transformed from severe to a super typhoon and is now expected to make landfall in the coastal areas between Dongshan and Putian in east China's Fujian province on the morning of July 28.
As the storm's impact looms, local meteorological authorities in provinces like Fujian, Guangdong, Zhejiang, and Jiangxi have been urged to elevate their emergency response levels and coordinate with relevant government departments to mitigate potential disasters and risks.
The National Meteorological Center early July 27 renewed a red alert for Typhoon Doksuri, the most severe warning in its four-tier warning system, as the fifth typhoon of this year is expected to bring gales and heavy rain to the eastern and southern parts of the country.
The meteorological center has issued an advisory asking people to suspend outdoor gatherings and activities, and recommended the timely transfer of people living in vulnerable housing.
The coal market, which plays a crucial role in China's energy landscape, is keeping a close eye on the approaching typhoon and the precautionary measures being taken. As Doksuri strengthens, the impact on coal transportation, production, and logistics could be significant, considering the regions it is expected to hit. The provinces in its path are also likely to cut coal consumption at power plants amid lower temperatures and reduced public activities.
Additionally, tropical storm Khanun's anticipated landfall in Zhejiang province in early August adds to the uncertainties in the market.
(Writing by Alex Guo Editing by Emma Yang)
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