Deadly floods have swept through southwest China’s Guizhou province, claiming at least six lives and forcing tens of thousands to flee as rivers surge to levels not seen in half a century.
At least six fatalities have been reported following heavy flooding in southwest China, according to state media reports on Thursday.
The deaths occurred in Rongjiang County, Guizhou province, which has been severely affected by flooding since Tuesday. Beijing-based Xinhua News Agency cited local authorities, noting that water levels in several rivers rose rapidly, inundating many low-lying areas.
The floods have inflicted considerable damage to infrastructure across multiple townships, resulting in blocked roads, disrupted communications, and residents being stranded.
Although water levels in Rongjiang County have now fallen below the official warning threshold, emergency efforts continue. Authorities are focusing on dredging, draining floodwaters, preventing disease outbreaks, disinfecting affected areas, and searching for individuals who may still be trapped.
Since last week, approximately 70,000 residents have been evacuated and relocated to safer locations in the region.
Severe flooding also impacted Guangdong province in southern China last week, affecting some 300,000 people.
Additionally, heavy rains across Anhui, Hubei, and Guizhou provinces, as well as Chongqing municipality, have prompted flood emergency responses.
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