At least six people have died in Rongjiang County, Guizhou Province, following torrential rains that triggered severe flooding in southwest China. Local flood control authorities confirmed the fatalities as of midday Thursday, with emergency response teams mobilizing to assist affected communities.
Guizhou's mountainous terrain and seasonal monsoon rains make it prone to flooding during summer months, but this week's downpours overwhelmed drainage systems and caused rapid water level rises in rivers. Residents reported submerged roads, disrupted power supplies, and evacuations in low-lying neighborhoods.
Authorities have intensified search-and-rescue operations while urging caution near unstable slopes and waterways. The incident highlights growing concerns about extreme weather patterns in Asia, particularly in regions with developing infrastructure. Meteorologists warn of continued rainfall in Guizhou through the weekend, raising risks of secondary disasters.
