# Heavy rain soaks Beijing as China prepares for Typhoon Dolphin

https://mins.news/en/item/16169

- Reuters, 2026-08-07 12:40 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/heavy-rains-drench-beijing-china-braces-typhoon-dolphin-2026-08-07/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a75d23069018900011c3c6d

> Several districts across Beijing issued heavy-rain alerts on Friday evening. Authorities warned residents that flooding could occur in the city centre. Agricultural and mountainous areas also face the risk of mudslides and landslides. The warnings come as China prepares for Typhoon Dolphin.

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