Evacuations are in full swing in Hekou Township, Xiangtan County, located in central China’s Hunan Province, after a dike breach was reported by local authorities on Monday.
According to officials, the breach had expanded to over 30 meters by around 1:40 p.m., raising concerns about potential flooding and prompting immediate evacuation efforts.
Residents are being relocated to safer areas as emergency response teams work tirelessly to contain the situation and prevent further damage.
Local authorities are monitoring the breach closely and have urged citizens to remain vigilant and follow evacuation directives to ensure their safety.
More updates are expected as the situation develops.
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Evacuations underway after another dike breach in central China's Xiangtan
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