A flash flood unexpectedly struck a popular wild camping site in the northern part of the Chinese mainland's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region late Saturday night, turning an adventure trip into a race against time. ⛈️
According to Urad Rear Banner authorities in Bayannur City, the disaster hit around 10 p.m. upstream along a river, catching 13 campers off-guard. By Sunday morning, one person had been rescued, eight were sadly confirmed dead, and four remain missing. 😢
Search and rescue teams are still combing the area, working non-stop to find the missing campers. This event is a sobering reminder of how quickly nature can change plans — and why checking weather updates and local alerts is crucial, especially for weekend warriors chasing the next thrill. 🏕️📲
Our hearts go out to the families and friends affected. Stay safe out there, explorers: keep your phones charged, know your exit routes, and never underestimate unexpected weather. Stay prepared and look out for each other. ❤️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
