China faces mass evacuations due to extreme storms

2024-04-30 17:50:37

China.- China is in the middle of a devastating climate crisis, with torrential rains, hail and winds almost hurricanes hitting the south of the country.

In Guangdong provinceauthorities have evacuated more than 1,700 residents of Jiangwan Townin the Shaoguan region, due to the threat of new floods.

The testimonies of those affected describe the situation as never seen before. Jiang, a 72-year-old resident, said that He had never witnessed such intense rain in his entire life.

Electrical and mobile communication networks have been interrupted throughout the regionwhile landslides and floods endanger homes and destroy infrastructure.

These storms have broken records of rainfall for the month of April, leaving devastation and chaos in its wake.

VIDEOS: China faces mass evacuations due to extreme storms

Since last week, the heavy rains have caused massive flooding throughout the province, forcing the evacuation of more than 110,000 people.

In Guangzhou, the provincial capital, Residents watched in horror as the winds intensified, toppling trees and causing hurricane-force winds. Images shared on social media show the magnitude of the disaster, with flooded streets and heavy rain hitting the city.

Heavy hail in China

Videos and images of the impressive fall of enormous hail.

The heavy rains have been historic / Photo: Capture

Guangdong, a province prone to summer flooding, faced similar challenges in June 2022, when it experienced the heaviest rains in six decades, resulting in the evacuation of hundreds of thousands of people.

The current situation underlines the urgent need for preparation and response to growing climate risks in the region.

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2024-04-30 17:50:37