Hainan recovers from Super Typhoon Yagi

Super Typhoon Yagi has caused widespread power outages in Haikou, Hainan province, since Friday. The typhoon severely disrupted residents' daily routines and underscored the pressing need for phone charging services. To address the challenge, major shopping centers like Friend Sunny City and Wuyue Plaza have taken proactive measures to offer electricity and internet access and provide residents with tables and chairs.

On early Monday, citizens queued up at the entrance of the Friend Nanhai City, equipped with charging cables and power banks. As the doors opened at 9:50 am, they quickly headed to the designated charging area. "It's very comfortable here. This is my fourth day coming here," a frequent visitor surnamed Pang said.

Several hotels in the city have also provided essential services such as showers, rest, charging facilities, and tea to residents affected by the aftermath of the storm.

On Sunday morning, Liao Jingwen, who had been unable to take a bath for three days due to the typhoon, sought a hotel for a much-needed shower. Huangma Holiday Nanyang Museum Hotel addressed her urgent request, and both she and her partner received complimentary accommodation.

On the same day, the hotel extended free 3-hour stays to over a hundred residents in need. Wang Hongmei, a manager at the hotel, said, "With a total of 103 rooms, we have almost reached full occupancy. However, we have set aside 17 rooms as 'Yagi Care Rooms' to provide free accommodation to the public."