Emergency crews in Beijing's Miyun District executed a daring water rescue operation Monday morning after torrential rains flooded a senior care center in Taishitun Town. Firefighters swam through rising waters to evacuate 48 elderly residents using improvised rope systems, with no casualties reported.
Race Against Rising Waters
Persistent downpours since Sunday transformed streets into raging currents, trapping vulnerable residents in the care facility. First responders bypassed blocked access routes by entering the building through second-story windows, prioritizing mobility-impaired occupants during the four-hour operation.
Regional Alert Continues
Authorities maintain orange flood alerts across Beijing's northern districts as rainfall totals exceed 200mm in some areas. Landslide warnings remain active for mountainous zones, with evacuation orders issued for high-risk communities.
Meteorological officials warn the rain system may persist through Wednesday, testing drainage infrastructure in the capital region. The incident highlights growing climate resilience challenges as extreme weather events increase across Asia.
