[Quick News] Co-may Makes Landfall in SH, Guidance, More Rain Ahead

Alright Shanghai, gather 'round. Some guidance has been released regarding today's inclement weather.

Here's the latest: At 4:40pm, Typhoon Zhu Jie Cao (that's "Co-may" for those playing along in English) made its second landfall along the coastal area of Fengxian District, Shanghai, as a tropical storm. This makes it the 13th typhoon to make landfall in the city since 1949.

Another wave of wind and rain is on the way as the back end of the typhoon traverses the city. So stay alert.

And... to make things more cinematic, an 8.8-magnitude earthquake off the Kamchatka coast (yes, that's near Russia, no, you're not dreaming) has briefly triggered a tsunami alert. However, as of 3:30pm, that alert has been rescinded for coastal areas in Shanghai and neighboring Zhejiang Province.

The local seismological bureau said the tsunami would not have a destructive impact on the city.

"Typhoon Co-may will have a much stronger effect than the tsunami. In addition, the tsunami is expected to arrive during low tide in Shanghai, which will further reduce its impact," said Song Xiuqing, a senior engineer at the bureau.

Given that more is on the way, here are guidelines for the anticipated weather remaining for the day:

• Secure outdoor items – flower pots, air conditioners, awnings – anything that could take flight.
• Evacuate from coastal areas, temporary housing, or any risky locations – especially if you're working outdoors.
  
• Avoid unstable buildings, signs, towers, or anything that looks like it wouldn't survive a stiff breeze.
  
• Don't go out unless absolutely necessary. If you have the option to work from home, do so; this helps decrease people on the roads and instances of slipping on wet streets.
  
• Close all windows and doors tightly. Stay away from glass doors and windows.
  
• If you must travel, use taxis or public transport. Avoid rivers, bridges, coastal areas, and do not drive in heavy winds.
  
• Flood-prone areas? Head to higher ground – now.
  
• No beaches. No boats. No swimming.