This photo shows trees toppled by typhoon in Vietnam's capital Hanoi, Sept. 8, 2024. (VNA via Xinhua)

Following the Super Typhoon Yagi which hit South China's Hainan Province over the weekend, schools and transportation services in Hainan - including high-speed rail, flights, shuttle services - are gradually returning to normal as of Monday.

Three airports in Hainan, affected by the typhoon, gradually resumed operation on Sunday, according to the China News Service (CNS). Qionghai Boao Airport and Sanya Phoenix International Airport have resumed flights on Saturday. Haikou Meilan International Airport, which was severely affected by the disaster, resumed flights from Sunday.

Seaports on the island are set to resume shipping, with a priority on cargo transport on Sunday. As of Sunday afternoon, 122 out of the 152 bus routes in Haikou have been restored, while the remaining 30 routes are likely to resume soon. A number of scenic spots in Hainan have also reopened and resumed operations.

A resident from the provincial capital Haikou told the Global Times on Monday that water and electricity have been almost completely restored to Haikou's urban areas. However, another local resident said that fallen trees can still be seen blocking the road sometimes while driving, and calling ride-hailing services may take longer, as many drivers are struggling to find charging stations for their vehicles following the storm.

Primary, secondary and vocational schools in the city will resume classes in batches from Monday to Wednesday, according to the Education Department of Haikou. Kindergartens across the city will resume on Thursday.

All schools should also conduct a comprehensive inspection of campus safety hazards and carry out cleaning and disinfection. Key areas to check include school buildings, walls, electrical wiring, educational facilities, and drinking water safety, according to the department.

The China Meteorological Administration identified Super Typhoon Yagi as the strongest autumn typhoon to make landfall in the Chinese mainland since 1949. It moved into northern Vietnam on Saturday, causing widespread destruction and power outages. As of Monday, 64 people have died in Vietnam, with 49 victims lost to landslides and flash floods, media reported.