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China Braces for Downpours: Blue Flood Warning Issued
1 Sep
Summary
- Blue flood alert issued for eastern and southern regions due to typhoon remnants.
- Heavy rainfall expected from Tuesday to Saturday across multiple provinces.
- Rivers and lakes are swelling, with some already above alert levels.
China's Ministry of Water Resources has raised a blue flood alert across several eastern and southern provinces. This warning is in effect from Tuesday to Saturday, anticipating heavy rainfall driven by the combined forces of Typhoon Saudel's remnants, a tropical low in the South China Sea, and an approaching cold front.
Provinces including Guangdong, Fujian, and Zhejiang are expected to experience particularly severe downpours. Significant rises in water levels are predicted for numerous rivers, such as the Dongjiang and Minjiang, as well as Taihu Lake. The ministry is advising residents in affected areas to stay vigilant, minimize outdoor activities, and avoid hazardous locations like flooded roads and valleys.
