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Super Typhoon Kong-rey made landfall on Taiwan’s east coast, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to eastern China, affecting regions including Fujian, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and Jiangsu.
China’s Ministry of Water Resources warns that small and medium-sized rivers in southern regions may exceed flood alert levels due to heavy rains expected from Sunday to Wednesday.
Severe flooding and dike breaches in central China’s Hunan Province have forced evacuations and spurred extensive rescue operations amid heavy rainfall.
China’s northern regions are on high alert for extreme rainfall, with authorities urging full emergency preparedness as the main rain belt moves northwards, affecting several key provinces.
Local governments in China are intensifying rescue operations as heavy rains cause widespread flooding, affecting regions like Chongqing, Sichuan, and Anhui Province.
Heavy rains flooded Mumbai on Monday, disrupting transport and forcing school closures, while affecting over 2 million people in surrounding areas.
China has activated a Level IV emergency flood response in Shandong Province as heavy rains persist, raising river levels and heightening flood risks in the region.
Significant rainfall is expected across northern China in July, with authorities warning of increased risks of flooding and landslides. The China Meteorological Administration urges preparedness as parts of the country may see a 20-50% increase in precipitation.
Chinese authorities have activated a Level IV emergency response to severe flooding in Jiangxi Province, deploying teams to assist local governments in disaster relief efforts.
Poyang Lake in China’s Jiangxi Province has risen above the flood alert level due to heavy rains, prompting authorities to take precautionary measures as the situation develops.
China’s eastern regions face prolonged heavy rains, causing floods while drought conditions persist elsewhere. The unusual weather patterns challenge authorities and highlight environmental concerns.
China has intensified flood control efforts as 33 rivers across the country exceed warning levels due to persistent heavy downpours, signaling a critical phase in disaster management.
Torrential rains in southern China have caused severe flooding and landslides, prompting intensified relief efforts as heavy precipitation continues across the region.
Heavy rainfall causes record-breaking floods in Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, surpassing levels from the 1998 floods.
Heavy rains have caused devastating floods and mudslides across Sri Lanka, leaving at least 10 dead and six missing. Thousands are displaced as authorities scramble to provide aid and ensure safety.
Typhoon Maliksi, the first typhoon to hit China in 2024, made landfall in Guangdong Province, bringing heavy rains to several regions.
South China is expected to face another round of heavy rainfall from May 3 to 5, according to the National Meteorological Center. Residents are advised to remain alert for potential secondary disasters and travel disruptions.
China’s Ministry of Water Resources intensifies flood control measures as heavy rains continue to lash southern regions, raising concerns over flooding in the Pearl River basin.
South China’s Beijiang River experienced its second flood of the year due to heavy rainfall, with water flow reaching 12,000 cubic meters per second at Shijiao hydrological station in Guangdong Province.
China’s National Meteorological Center renews a yellow alert for rainstorms, forecasting heavy downpours across southern provinces and urging precautions for public safety.