Shanghai Hit by Heaviest Rainfall in 150 Years as Typhoon Dolphin Batters Eastern China
Record rainfall floods streets, disrupts thousands of flights, and prompts the relocation of thousands of residents.
TL;DR
- Shanghai experienced its heaviest 24-hour rainfall in over 150 years, with 316.1 mm recorded.
- The rainfall broke the Shanghai weather station's record dating back to 1873.
- Typhoon Dolphin caused torrential rain, leading to severe urban flooding.
- Roads in some areas became impassable waterways.
- Authorities issued their highest-level rainstorm warnings.