August 20 Typhoon Overview: SAUDEL Strengthens as a South China Sea Depression Nears Southern China
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Today's Overall Typhoon Situation
At dusk today, typhoon activity in the Northwest Pacific and South China Sea has formed a pattern of “one distant, one approaching.” This year’s 18th typhoon, “SAUDEL,” is steadily strengthening over the open ocean, while a tropical depression in the South China Sea continues to approach the coast of southern China, bringing significant wind and rain to several southern provinces.
Analysis of Active Tropical Systems
This year’s 18th typhoon, “SAUDEL” (202618): Its center is currently located over the Northwest Pacific at 12°N, 151°E, with a central pressure of 998 hPa and maximum sustained winds of 18 m/s. It is moving northward at 15 km/h. Official forecasts indicate that it will gradually intensify and is expected to reach approximately 26.1°N, 132.5°E at 14:00 on the 25th, reaching super typhoon strength. However, its track generally points toward the waters east of the Ryukyu Islands, and it will have no direct impact on China’s maritime areas over the next five days.
South China Sea tropical depression (20260021): Its center is located at 19.5°N, 109.7°E, with a central pressure of 998 hPa and maximum sustained winds of 12 m/s. It is moving west-northwest at 9 km/h. The system is gradually approaching southern China and is expected to reach approximately 20.3°N, 106.4°E at 14:00 on the 25th while maintaining tropical depression intensity. It is the principal weather system affecting China in the coming days.
Public Focus of Concern
In recent days, heavy rainfall brought by the South China Sea depression has become a major focus of public attention. Qinzhou, Beihai, and Fangchenggang in Guangxi, as well as Hainan and other locations, have issued dense typhoon warnings. Many netizens are concerned about whether “SAUDEL” will head directly toward Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai. However, meteorological analyses indicate that it formed at a relatively westerly location and will reach its peak intensity over the open ocean, so its track will not follow that of previous typhoons. Locally heavy rainfall and secondary hazards in Guangdong, along with the complex situation created by multiple tropical disturbances over the Northwest Pacific, have also been widely discussed.
Meteorological Safety Guidance
Under the influence of the South China Sea tropical depression, coastal southern China should remain highly alert for urban and rural flooding, flash floods, and geological disasters caused by heavy rainfall. Vessels engaged in offshore operations should return to port and shelter from the wind promptly. Coastal residents should close doors and windows securely and avoid unnecessary outings.
Please refer to warnings issued by the CMA and local government authorities.
Overview of Live Data on Active Tropical Systems
| Tropical System | Intensity | Central Pressure (hPa) | Maximum Sustained Wind Speed (m/s) | Current Position | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAUDEL (202618) | Tropical storm | 998 | 18 | 12°N 151°E | N at 15 km/h |
| Tropical depression (20260021) | Tropical depression | 998 | 12 | 19.5°N 109.7°E | WNW at 9 km/h |
Data source: Observations from the CMA and other official agencies, as of the time of publication. For real-time updates, see the Typhoon Track Map.
Reference Reports
- CMA (China): Chengdu City Meteorological Station issued typhoon blue early warning signal (CMA (China))
- CMA (China): Fangchenggang and Xingning Meteorological Observatories in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region issued a Blue Typhoon Warning (CMA (China))
- Typhoon “Saudel” has arrived! (Briefing on MSN)
- The 18th Typhoon “Saudel” has been formed, the sword refers to the 17th Super Typhoon? (Tencent News)
- Tropical Depression toward WMoving Typhoon “Saudel” The blue network.
- CMA (China): Nhai City Meteorological Station issued typhoon blue early warning signal (CMA (China))
- CMA (China): Guangxi Dynasty Autonomous Region N Ha City Zhongpu County Meteorological Station releases typhoon blue early warning signal (CMA (China))
- Hainan Meteorological Bureau releases Typhoon Level 4 early warning at 19:00 on August 19, 2026. (Briefing on MSN)
- This year's 18th Typhoon 'Saudel' formed! (Sohu)
- Typhoon “Saudel” formed, Severe rainstorms in Guangdong over the next few days The New Wave of Finance
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