Rongjiang County in southwest China's Guizhou Province faces renewed flooding as heavy rainfall triggered a Level I emergency response—the highest in China's four-tier system—on June 28. Persistent downpours since June 24 have overwhelmed local infrastructure, forcing authorities to prioritize mass evacuations.
Large-Scale Evacuations Underway
By 6 p.m. on June 28, emergency teams had relocated 11,992 households and 41,574 residents from high-risk zones. Local flood control agencies are coordinating shelter operations and resource distribution, with medical teams deployed to prevent post-disaster outbreaks.
Central Government Allocates 200M Yuan for Recovery
The National Development and Reform Commission announced an additional 100 million yuan ($13.96 million) in central funding, doubling total relief support to 200 million yuan. The funds will address immediate needs while laying groundwork for long-term infrastructure repairs.
Climate Challenges in Mountainous Regions
Rongjiang's vulnerability to seasonal floods highlights broader climate resilience challenges in China's southwestern provinces. Analysts note the region's steep terrain accelerates water accumulation, requiring advanced early-warning systems now being tested under extreme conditions.
