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Chongqing Floods: 9 Dead, 11 Missing After Torrential Rain
25 May
Summary
- Nine people have died and 11 are missing due to extreme rainfall.
- Sudden, heavy rain caused flash floods and landslides in Yongchuan district.
- Over 2,000 residents were evacuated as the area faced severe flooding.
Nine individuals have died and eleven are currently missing following severe flooding in China's Chongqing municipality. Extreme rainfall struck the Yongchuan district over the weekend, causing sudden flash floods and landslides. This extreme weather event led to the tragic loss of life and necessitated the relocation of over 2,000 residents.
The municipality has been battling the aftermath of torrential downpours that hit over the past several days. Earlier last week, similar intense rainfall swept across large areas of central and southwestern China, resulting in dozens of reported deaths. Authorities continue to manage the ongoing crisis and aid affected populations.
