Slow-moving bands of heavy rain trigger flooding and landslides in parts of China
Summary
Heavy rain has caused flooding and landslides in parts of southern and central China, resulting in deaths and evacuations. Meanwhile, northern and central India are experiencing extreme heat, with temperatures reaching as high as 48.2°C, leading to heat warnings and safety advice.Key Facts
- A slow-moving band of heavy rain stretched about 1,000 km across southern and central China on Tuesday.
- The rain caused flash floods and landslides, killing 12 people and forcing hundreds to evacuate.
- Some areas in China reported rainfall totals between 75mm and 95mm in 24 hours.
- Flooding led to travel disruptions, power outages, and closures of schools and businesses.
- In northern India, temperatures have risen above 40°C, with Banda reaching 48.2°C.
- Nighttime temperatures in some areas are more than 5°C above the normal average.
- Farmers in rural India work at night to avoid extreme daytime heat.
- The heatwave in India is expected to last until next Wednesday, followed by thunderstorms.
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