Impact of typhoon Matmo (2014) on the distribution of heavy metals in Quanzhou Bay

Typhoon Matmo (2014) significantly intensified heavy metal pollution in Quanzhou Bay. Research revealed that Class I metals—copper, zinc, lead, and manganese—concentrated in the estuary and surged post-typhoon, while Class II metals—vanadium, chromium, cobalt, and nickel—remained stable or declined in coastal intertidal zones. The study attributes this shift to typhoon-driven increases in metal supply and heightened riverine and tidal dynamics. Heavy metal pollution was found to be severe and worsening after the typhoon, underscoring the need for targeted management strategies. This work provides critical insights into the environmental impacts of extreme weather events on coastal ecosystems.

Lin, Y., Li, Y., Zheng, B., Yin, X., Wang, L., He, J., & Shu, F. (2019). Impact of typhoon Matmo (2014) on the distribution of heavy metals in Quanzhou Bay. Anthropocene Coasts, 2(1), 209–228. https://doi.org/10.1139/anc-2018-0006