Key Facts
• August 24: Typhoon No. 13 hit Hainan Island, known as ‘China’s Hawaii.’
• Hotel windows and doors were destroyed by strong winds, causing panic.
• Floods submerged streets; residents waded through water with umbrellas.
• August 25: Rescue teams worked overnight to assist trapped residents.
• In Vietnam, the typhoon caused severe flooding and infrastructure damage.
• 3 fatalities and 13 injuries were reported in Vietnam due to the storm.
• Schools, airports, and public facilities were closed; thousands evacuated.
• Streets in Vietnam were flooded, forcing residents to push motorcycles.
• Strong winds in both regions toppled trees and damaged buildings.
• The typhoon drastically altered the appearance of Hainan Island overnight.
Summary
Typhoon No. 13 wreaked havoc on Hainan Island, often referred to as ‘China’s Hawaii,’ on August 24, causing widespread destruction to buildings, hotels, and streets. Strong winds shattered windows and doors, while floods submerged entire neighborhoods. Rescue operations continued overnight to assist stranded residents. The storm then moved westward, striking Vietnam, where it caused severe flooding, infrastructure damage, and forced the evacuation of thousands. Schools, airports, and public facilities were closed, and residents struggled with flooded streets, often pushing motorcycles through water. The typhoon resulted in three deaths and 13 injuries in Vietnam. Both regions experienced significant environmental and structural damage, with Hainan Island’s landscape transformed overnight.
