Typhoon Prapiroon hits Guangxi, transportation and scenic areas affected

Typhoon Prapiroon brought rainstorms and strong winds to South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region on Tuesday morning, triggering train suspensions and scenic spot closures.

Services for 32 high-speed trains were suspended or adjusted, 20 passenger ferry routes were halted, and coastal scenic spots were temporarily closed.

According to Guangxi's meteorological bureau, Typhoon Prapiroon made landfall in Vietnam on Tuesday morning. Nearby cities in Guangxi, including Fangchenggang, Qinzhou, Beihai and Chongzuo, have all received heavy rain, with some areas facing torrential rain. Coastal regions witnessed strong winds and gusts.

The Guangxi Coastal Railway Company initiated a level IV flood control emergency response and a level IV typhoon defense emergency response starting Sunday morning.

The entire high-speed rail line from Qinzhou to Fangchenggang was suspended on Tuesday.

Beihai Silver Beach and its Expo Park successively announced closures on Monday, while the Bailangtan Scenic Area in Fangchenggang was also temporarily shut down. The reopening date will be announced later.