Typhoon Bavi has weakened into a severe tropical storm Sunday morning after making landfall in Zhejiang province, China. According to the China Meteorological Administration, the storm began to move inland, bringing with it heavy rainfall.
Impact on the region
Chinese authorities have put in place preventive measures to minimize the damage caused by the storm. Residents of the affected region have been advised to stay at home and avoid any non-essential travel. The heavy rainfall could lead to flooding and landslides, according to meteorologists.
The consequences of the storm will be closely studied by economists, as the affected region is important for Chinese agriculture and industry. However, information on potential economic damage is still scarce at this stage.