Typhoon Matmo made landfall in southern China after intensifying over the South China Sea, bringing destructive winds and torrential rain. Authorities evacuated around 347,000 people from Guangdong and Hainan provinces ahead of the storm. Wind speeds reached up to 151 km/h, while rainfall in some regions exceeded 200 millimeters. Flooding and power outages were reported in coastal cities like Zhanjiang and Haikou. Transportation was severely disrupted, with hundreds of flights canceled and ferry routes suspended. The typhoon coincided with China’s “Golden Week,” affecting millions of holiday travelers. After landfall, Matmo weakened into a tropical depression but continued to produce heavy rain and landslide risks inland. Emergency services, including military units, were deployed to assist with evacuations and relief operations. Authorities warned residents to remain cautious as recovery efforts and damage assessments continue.