**China builds new infrastructure to counter typhoon season**
**BEIJING, Aug. 11 (Xinhua) –** China has built a series of new infrastructure projects to better prepare for the upcoming typhoon season, according to the Ministry of Water Resources.
As of Saturday, China had completed 1,005 typhoon-proof projects, with a total investment of nearly 40 billion yuan (about 5.7 billion U.S. dollars), said the ministry.
The projects include the upgrading of embankments, reservoirs, sluice gates, and drainage systems.
East China’s Zhejiang Province, which is frequently hit by typhoons, has invested 1.2 billion yuan this year to upgrade its flood control facilities, said the ministry.
The ministry has also issued a circular urging local authorities to strengthen monitoring of water levels in rivers and lakes, and to make timely adjustments to reservoir discharges to ensure safety.
China enters its typhoon season from May to October, with most typhoons occurring in July, August, and September.
According to the China Meteorological Administration, the country is expected to see a normal number of typhoons this year, with around 25 to 27 cyclones expected to make landfall.
However, the administration warned that the typhoons could be stronger than usual, and that some could make landfall in densely populated areas along the coast.
In recent years, China has invested heavily in typhoon prevention and mitigation infrastructure. In 2018, the country completed the construction of a massive seawall in the city of Zhoushan, which is designed to protect the city from storm surges.
The new infrastructure projects are expected to further strengthen China’s ability to withstand typhoons and reduce the risk of flooding and other disasters.
**Typhoon season in China**
Typhoon season in China typically runs from May to October, with the peak months being July, August, and September. During this time, the country is often hit by tropical storms and typhoons, which can bring strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding.
The majority of typhoons that affect China originate in the Pacific Ocean. They typically form east of the Philippines and then move westward towards the Chinese coast. Some typhoons also form in the South China Sea.
Typhoons can cause significant damage to China, particularly in coastal areas. Strong winds can damage buildings and infrastructure, and heavy rain can lead to flooding and landslides. Typhoons can also disrupt transportation and power supplies.
In recent years, China has made significant progress in reducing the impact of typhoons. The country has invested heavily in typhoon prevention and mitigation measures, such as building seawalls, floodgates, and dams. China has also improved its early warning systems and emergency response mechanisms.
As a result of these efforts, the number of deaths and injuries caused by typhoons in China has declined significantly in recent years. However, typhoons still pose a significant threat to the country, and it is important for residents to be prepared for the upcoming typhoon season..
