The following day (August 26), pressure significantly decreased over the Loochoos (Ryukyu Islands), and slightly over northern Luzon, Formosa (Taiwan), and the southeastern coast of China.

A slight pressure decrease was reported over Annam, the Philippines, and northern China.

On the morning of August 28, it was reported to be 50 mi (80 km) southeast of Ishigaki, traveling in a northwest direction.

The typhoon became a depression on August 31, between Pakhoi (Beihai) and Hong Kong; and on September 1, was over Hainan and Annam.

[2][1] At its maximum, the typhoon had wind speeds of 115 mph (185 km/h), and lowest pressure was 946 mb.

[3] The typhoon is one of the worst in history, resulting in at least 50,000 killed, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

[15][16] High tide and torrential rain for 24 hours caused flooding in upper Wenzhou.

Large waves crashed into populated areas suddenly, resulting in extreme destruction.

Recovery efforts were completed by the regional government—the central government did not provide significant assistance.