At 14:00 on November 7, Typhoon No. 32 “Chapaka” of 2026 formed on the surface of the Pacific Northwest, making the number of typhoons generated in 2026 the highest number since the 21st century. Since the 21st century, an average of 24.3 typhoons have been generated each year in the Pacific Northwest and the South China Sea. In 2004 and 2013 alone, the number of typhoons surpassed 30, and the number of 31 in 2013 was the highest ever. “Chapaca” became the first “Typhoon No. 32” since the 21st century. Experts from the National Climate Center analyzed that due to the development of the super-strong El Niño event, the subtropical high pressure from August to October was two latitudes northerly compared to the same period of the year, which is conducive to typhoon generation; 23 typhoons were formed from July to October. The number and number of landings were significantly higher than in the same period of the year, and the overall intensity was strong. 9 were formed from September 1 to November 9, 6 of which reached the level of super typhoons, and no typhoons landed in China. According to the Central Meteorological Observatory, “Chapaka” is expected to move at a speed of 10 to 15 kilometers per hour in the east-north-east direction. The intensity will also increase, and there will be no impact on China's waters in the future.

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