Tragedy and Alert: Landslide and Flood Warnings in China's Hebei Province

A landslide in Hebei province, China, has resulted in four fatalities and eight missing individuals amid warnings of severe weather conditions. Local authorities in Luanping County, Chengde City, confirmed the tragedy following continuous heavy rainfall in the area.

In response to the adverse weather, Beijing has issued a red flood alert, the highest level in China's alert system, signaling a significant threat to life and property. The warning comes as the city braces for anticipated torrential rains raising concerns of potential flash floods and slope failures.

Approximately 3,000 residents were preemptively evacuated from Miyun District due to the severe weather forecast. China's President Xi Jinping has emphasized the importance of safeguarding lives and property against the threats posed by ongoing heavy rains and associated geological hazards.

(With inputs from agencies.)