Beijing floods kill 30 as China sees summer of extreme weather
Summary
At least 30 people have died in Beijing due to heavy rains and floods, and over 80,000 people have been evacuated. China is experiencing a summer of extreme weather, with floods and heatwaves affecting various regions. The government is actively working on rescue and relief efforts, allocating funds for recovery and infrastructure repair.Key Facts
- 30 people have died in Beijing from flooding.
- More than 80,000 people were evacuated to safety.
- Eight people died in a landslide in Chengde, northeast of Beijing.
- President Xi Jinping urged authorities to prepare for difficult situations and focus on rescue efforts.
- The Chinese government has set aside 200 million yuan ($28 million) for recovery efforts, including infrastructure repair.
- The outskirts of Beijing, particularly Miyun and Huairou, suffered severe damage.
- Around 130 villages lost power due to the floods.
- Extreme weather linked to climate change is affecting China, impacting lives and the economy, especially agriculture.
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