In the aftermath of Typhoon Gaemi, central China’s Hunan Province faces severe devastation with 30 people confirmed dead and 35 others missing in Zixing City, local authorities reported on Thursday.
Despite the calamity, recovery efforts are underway. Roads, electricity, and communications have been largely restored in the eight most affected townships of Zixing. Authorities emphasized that search and rescue operations are continuing tirelessly to locate the missing individuals.
As floods persist, China’s National Disaster Reduction Commission has escalated the emergency response to Level II, the second-highest in the nation’s four-tier warning system. This escalation underscores the severity of the situation in Hunan, where heavy rainfall has affected over 1.2 million residents as of 7 a.m. on Thursday.
The relentless downpours have caused widespread flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage, compounding challenges for rescue teams and local communities. The provincial government is coordinating with national agencies to provide relief supplies and support to those impacted.
Typhoon Gaemi’s impact highlights the region’s vulnerability to extreme weather events, raising concerns about preparedness and resilience in the face of natural disasters. Communities across Hunan Province are rallying together, demonstrating solidarity and strength amidst the crisis.
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30 dead, 35 missing after typhoon-induced rains in China's Hunan
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