# Typhoon Dolphin, strongest storm this year, hits China

Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in China as the strongest storm to hit the country this year. The storm brought destructive winds and heavy rainfall, prompting evacuations and raising concerns for widespread damage. Its arrival underscores the intensity of this year's typhoon season in the region.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/09/typhoon-dolphin-makes-landfall-in-china-as-its-strongest-storm-this-year) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:13:57 GMT