Following heavy rainfall in central China, thousands of people have been forced to evacuate from their homes. The region has been hit by torrential rainstorms, causing rivers to overflow and triggering landslides. Reports suggest that at least three rivers have exceeded warning levels, prompting local authorities to declare the highest level of flood control emergency. The severe weather has also disrupted transportation and caused power outages in several areas. Rescue teams have been dispatched to affected regions to ensure the safety of residents, while emergency supplies are being provided to those in need..
Over 3,000 people have been evacuated after heavy rains lashed several parts of Hunan province in Central China from Saturday to Sunday, China Daily reported citing state media agency, Xinhua.
According to the provincial flood and drought control headquarters, the downpour in the region of northwestern Hunan has been continuing since Saturday.
In response, Zhangjiajie City, Sangzhi, Shimen, and Yongshun counties have all declared a state of emergency due to flooding.
The Lishui River’s Sangzhi station measured a water level of 259.21 metres, which was 2.71 metres higher than the alert level and represented a notable rise of 10.85 metres. Some rural homes have been flooded as a result of urban floods in low-lying parts of Sangzhi county seat, China Daily reported citing Xinhua.
As a result of the strong precipitation, several county and township-level roads have had varied degrees of collapse.
Moreover, highways near the Lishui River have been unusable owing to floods too.
Over 3,000 people have been evacuated from parts of Hunan province in Central China due to heavy rains that have caused flooding. Zhangjiajie City, Sangzhi, Shimen, and Yongshun counties have declared a state of emergency. The water level in the Lishui River has risen significantly, causing rural homes to flood. Additionally, there have been road collapses and highways near the river are currently unusable. The downpour has been ongoing since Saturday, causing widespread damage and necessitating evacuation efforts.
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