Which Typhoons Have Had the Most Severe Impact on Liaoning in History?
TyphoonSays·防御问答 · District of Typhoon · 更新 at 2026-07-23
Why Is Liaoning Affected by Typhoons?
Although Liaoning is located in Northeast China, and many people perceive typhoons as a "southern phenomenon," every year from July to September, typhoons forming in the Western Pacific move northwestward. Some travel north through the Bohai Sea and the Yellow Sea, making direct landfall on the Liaodong Peninsula; others first make landfall in Shandong or Hebei, with their residual circulation continuing northward, bringing gales and heavy rain. Additionally, the orographic lift in the mountainous areas of eastern Liaoning tends to amplify precipitation. Therefore, typhoons are not exclusive to southern China.
Historically Significant Typhoons Affecting Liaoning
- 2020 Typhoon BAVI: Made landfall on the Liaoning coast in late August. It was one of the more intense typhoons to directly hit Liaoning in recent years, causing widespread wind and rain.
- 2019 Typhoon LEKIMA: Primarily made landfall in Shandong, but its northward-moving circulation brought sustained heavy rainfall to Liaoning, leading to urban waterlogging and hazards in mountainous areas.
- 2012 Typhoon DAMREY: After making landfall on the Jiangsu coast, it moved north, causing heavy to torrential rain in southeastern Liaoning and triggering flood alerts for some small and medium-sized rivers.
- 2016 Typhoon LIONROCK: Followed a rare path, moving northwest from near the Sea of Japan, affecting all three northeastern provinces. Liaoning experienced strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Furthermore, there are records of typhoons moving north to affect Liaoning as early as the 1970s and 1980s. While these typhoons followed various paths, they share a common characteristic: even if their intensity weakens upon landfall, interaction with cold air masses from the north often produces heavier-than-expected rainfall. This is a key focus for typhoon defense in Northeast China.
Major Disasters Caused by Typhoons in Liaoning
- Urban WaterloggingDrainage design standards in some plain cities in Liaoning are relatively lower than those in the south, making low-lying roads prone to water accumulation during short periods of intense rainfall.
- Mountain Flash Floods and Geological Disasters: Residents in the mountainous areas of eastern Liaoning should be alert to secondary disasters such as debris flows and landslides.
- Coastal Gales and Storm Surges: Coastal areas such as Dalian, Yingkou, and Dandong need to guard against strong sea winds and storm surges.
- Agricultural Impact: Crops such as corn and rice are often in critical growth stages. Wind-induced lodging and waterlogging in fields can significantly affect harvests.
Public Disaster Preparedness Tips
Before a typhoon arrives, it is recommended to closely monitor warning information issued by meteorological authorities. According to the standards of the China Meteorological Administration (CMA), both typhoon and heavy rain warnings are categorized into four levels: Blue, Yellow, Orange, and Red. The higher the level, the more severe the impact and the stricter the defense requirements. Specific criteria for school closures, work suspensions, and evacuations may vary by location; please refer to the latest notifications issued by local governments.
Households can prepare emergency kits in advance (including flashlights, drinking water, common medications, power banks, etc.). Residents living in low-lying areas or mountainous regions are advised to familiarize themselves with evacuation routes and the nearest temporary shelters in advance. Maritime workers should return to port promptly to seek shelter from the wind, and tourists should avoid visiting coastal scenic spots during the typhoon's impact.
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