Hey everyone, heavy rains in Rongjiang County, Guizhou Province, SW China, are making headlines again! Persistent downpours since June 24 have triggered severe flooding, forcing local authorities to upgrade the flood emergency response to Level I 🚨 – the top alert in a four-tier system.
Swift action is on display as nearly 11,992 households and 41,574 residents have been evacuated by 6 p.m. on June 28. Emergency teams are working round the clock to ensure everyone’s safety, proving that rapid coordinated action really makes a difference.
Adding to the efforts, China has boosted support by allocating an extra 100 million yuan from the central budget – upping the total relief fund to 200 million yuan. This significant commitment underscores the focus on community safety and speedy recovery amidst nature's challenges.
For our young, tech-savvy readers across South and Southeast Asia, news like this is a strong reminder of the importance of preparedness and resilience. Stay informed, share the message, and let’s look out for one another in these urgent times 💪.
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Disaster relief efforts underway in flood-hit county in SW China
cgtn.com
