What to do in advance of a typhoon?
TyphoonSays·防御问答 · Prepared Defense · 更新 at 2026-07-16
Early Reserve, Build a Family "Emergency Defense Line"
Before the Typhoon comes, the most core response strategy is “no rain silk”. power outages are often accompanied by Rainstorms and strong winds, so preparation should be around lighting, communications and basic survival needs Expand. First, check your home’s emergency package, make sure it contains light bulbs (recommended to choose a charged or backup battery) , Moving power (charged) and a small amount of cash.
Second, in terms of livelihoods, it is recommended to reserve at least 3 days of drinking water and non-corrosive foods, such as compressed cookies, containers or self-heated foods. If there are elderly, infants or chronic diseases in the home, be sure to be extra prepared for common prescription medications and special care supplies.
Scientific Risk Avoidance, Mastering Safety Guidelines During Electricity Disruption
When typhoon causes power outages, keeping calm is the first priority.China Meteorological Agency classifies tropical cyclones into different levels, and when typhoon yellow and above early warning signals are issued, some areas may trigger shutdowns, shutdown mechanisms, but local standards may differ, depending on the local government issued.
- Cut off power.If possible, close the power switch of the main electrical appliance in the home, remove the plug.This is not only to prevent the voltage shock from damaging the electrical appliance when the power supply is restored, but also to avoid fires caused by short lines.
- Be careful with candles.Although candles are traditional lighting tools, but in the case of strong wind and windows can be damaged, fire is very likely to cause fire.The preference is recommended to use LED headlamps or headlamps, if you must use candles, place them on a non-flammable surface, and stay away from curtains, paper and other flammable substances, and make sure someone is cared for.
- Reduction of ExitTyphoon: There is a huge risk of high-altitude falls, landmarks collapse, trees break, etc. Unless you encounter life-threatening emergencies, please strictly prohibit going outside.
Stay in touch with official authorities.
At this time, radio becomes an important tool for obtaining information from the outside world, recommends having a battery-powered or hand-shake radio at home, broadcasts to local emergency broadcast channels, and listens to the latest Typhoon dynamics and government directives released by the meteorological department.
At the same time, make reasonable use of the phone’s power. Close unnecessary background apps, reduce the brightness of the screen, turn on the Province power mode. only contact family or view emergency notifications when necessary, avoid long time brushing video or playing games that consume power. If the phone’s signal is weak, you can try sending text messages instead of calling, because text messages require lower signal intensity and are easier to send when the network is congestion.
Keep in mind that it may take time, patience and preparation to restore power after a Typhoon.Live Typhoons path is available at TyphoonSays (taifengshuo.com)
This article is typhoonsay's original copy content, and the local policy standards are based on the local government's latest release.