Typhoon Summary for August 16: Calm Seas, A Look Back at DOLPHIN
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Overview of Calm Seas
As of August 16, the Northwest Pacific and South China Sea are generally calm, with no active tropical cyclones present. Following the intense activity of Typhoon "DOLPHIN," the oceanic and atmospheric environments are entering a brief adjustment period, and no new typhoon embryos are currently visible on the sea surface.
Seasonal Science and Historical Review
Mid-August marks the transition from summer to autumn. Although autumn has begun, sea surface temperatures in the Northwest Pacific remain high, making this an active period for typhoon formation. "Autumn typhoons" generated during this time often feature complex tracks and rapid intensification.
Looking back at the recent Typhoon "DOLPHIN," it left a deep impression as a highly representative storm of the year. Not only did it penetrate deep inland after landfall and linger for an extended period, but its remnant circulation also drew renewed attention after moving back over the sea. This "tail-swish" effect and "sudden return" phenomenon are typically associated in meteorology with the configuration of upper-level circulation, topographic lifting, and interactions with cold air. These factors can cause prolonged rainfall even after the typhoon has been discontinued from numbering.
Public Attention Points
Recently, public attention has focused mainly on the aftermath of "DOLPHIN" and post-disaster reconstruction. On one hand, weather enthusiasts are closely monitoring the movement of its remnant circulation after it moved back over the sea, discussing whether it will reintensify or trigger the formation of a new typhoon. On the other hand, disasters caused by extreme precipitation and mutual aid efforts have become social hot topics. For instance, the goodwill gesture of a landlord in Taizhou, Zhejiang, who voluntarily covered losses for tenants and continued their long-term leases, resonated strongly online, highlighting the warmth of human compassion amidst ruthless disasters. Additionally, inland areas have conducted thorough reviews of the record-breaking rainfall caused by the typhoon's stagnation.
Defense Tips
Although there is no direct typhoon threat at sea currently, soil saturation from previous heavy rainfall remains high, and geological disasters often exhibit a significant lag effect. Inland mountainous areas must continue to guard against secondary disasters such as flash floods, landslides, and debris flows. Meanwhile, with adjustments in the subtropical high, vigilance is still required for the development of new tropical disturbances. Please stay informed and plan your travels accordingly.
Please refer to official warnings issued by the CMA (China Meteorological Administration) and local governments.
Reference reports
- “The moment the door opened, I almost cried out,” Typhoon transit, Zhejiang Taizhou house E move touched tenants: I want to rent for 6 years, room E water is also covered (Briefing on MSN)
- 13th Dolphin Remains into the Sea: Or Again Enhanced N Effects? 1–2 Typhon Will Formed? The Science and Technology Talk
- Typhoon “Dolphin” impact on Lake N has ended The Fung_Wong Network
- Rainstorms still happen today, so why is Typhon still raining? (Fung_wong network news channel)
- Why did Zhejiang encounter Typhoon “Dolphin” disaster and why was it raining so much in the aftermath? The New Network)
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