Typhoon Summary for August 5: DOLPHIN Approaches the East China Sea, New Typhoon KUJIRA Forms

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On August 5, the Northwest Pacific and South China Sea exhibited a "dual typhoon" pattern. The 13th typhoon, "DOLPHIN," maintained its status as a severe typhoon and moved steadily westward, with its impact on China's eastern sea areas becoming increasingly imminent. Meanwhile, the newly formed 14th typhoon, "KUJIRA," is active in the South China Sea.

Analysis of Active Typhoon Dynamics

The 13th typhoon of the year, "DOLPHIN," is currently located at 25.4°N, 138.9°E, with a central pressure of 940 hPa and maximum sustained winds of 50 m/s. It is moving westward at a speed of 21 km/h. According to official forecasts, its intensity will remain at the severe typhoon level. The typhoon center is expected to enter the East China Sea around August 8, with a possibility of making landfall along the Zhejiang coast or lingering nearshore with little movement in the later stages.

The 14th typhoon of the year, "KUJIRA," is currently located at 17.1°N, 119.8°E, with a central pressure of 998 hPa and maximum sustained winds of 18 m/s, classifying it as a tropical storm. It is expected to move westward and gradually weaken. By the afternoon of the 6th, it will reach the vicinity of 17.2°N, 121.3°E and weaken into a tropical depression.

Public Opinion Focus

Recently, the public and media have focused heavily on the sudden intensity changes and track trajectory of "DOLPHIN." Its eyewall replacement cycle, convective bursts, and westward adjustment trend have sparked widespread discussion. Many coastal areas in Zhejiang have activated emergency responses for typhoon defense in advance, and some key hydraulic engineering projects have orderly suspended operations. Additionally, Japanese meteorological authorities have issued warnings for strong winds and high waves for Okinawa, the Amami Islands, and the Ogasawara Islands. On another note, the extensive hot and muggy weather caused by the combination of subsiding air from the typhoon's outer bands, continental highs, and the subtropical high has also become a hot topic among internet users.

Meteorological Defense Tips

As "DOLPHIN" gradually approaches, coastal areas such as the East China Sea and Zhejiang need to prepare in advance for strong winds and heavy rain. Special attention should be paid to the fact that some areas were previously affected by earthquakes, leaving river embankments with hidden dangers. There is a need for high vigilance against rapid water level rises and secondary disasters caused by heavy rainfall from the typhoon. Maritime operations and passing vessels must pay close attention to the latest warnings and return to port in time to seek shelter.

Do not take typhoon defense lightly; please rely on official warnings from the CMA (China Meteorological Administration) and local governments.

Overview of Real-Time Data for Active Typhoons

Data source: Actual measurements from official agencies such as the CMA, as of the time of publication. For real-time updates, please see the Typhoon Track Map.

Reference reports

• Typhoon No. 14 caused nearby ships to call attention.
• Typhoon No. 13 Strong alert to high-wave storm with strong forces in Okinawa. (NHK)
• At the impact of the earthquake, the river damaged more than always. (NHK)
• Typhoon “Dolphin” is Coming! (Briefing on MSN)
• Dolphin intensified again into Super Typhoon (China News Channel of China)
• This year’s 13th Typhoon “Dolphin” intensified into Super Typhoon will severely affect China’s waters The New Wave of Finance
• Super Typhoon: Typhoon Dolphin strengthened and W-modified, Landfall China's possibilities are increasing The Tencent Network
• Preventing Typhoon “Dolphin”: Zhejiang coastal aquarist project orderly shut down The New Wave of Finance
• Zhejiang releases Super Typhoon 'Dolphin' Dynamics: Expected 8 days after Typhoon Center Go to E Sea, Late or in Zhejiang coastal Landfall (level 12-14), also likely in Zhejiang nearshore wandering less after ... The Tencent Network
• The two major high-pressure combined to create a wide range of high heat, the Typhoon 'Dolphin' downstream will also let the heat upgrade, after the high-temperature heat will weaken? The People’s Network

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