Monsoon Mayhem: China's Unyielding Battle with Flash Floods
A flash flood in northern China has claimed at least 10 lives, with two others missing, as the monsoon wreaks havoc on the country. The riverbanks in Inner Mongolia burst, impacting a major agricultural area and highlighting the financial and human costs of extreme weather linked to climate change.
In a devastating turn of events, a flash flood in northern China has resulted in the deaths of at least 10 individuals, with two still unaccounted for. The calamity unfolded as the East Asian monsoon continues to unleash its destructive force across China's vast landscape, gripping the economy in its relentless grasp.
The incident occurred on the riverbanks of Inner Mongolia late Saturday night, when waters surged, engulfing campers near the city of Bayannur, a critical agricultural zone. Rescue operations, involving over 700 personnel, are currently underway to locate the missing persons, reported state news agency, Xinhua.
China has been grappling with an onslaught of extreme weather since July, attributed to climate change. This meteorological turmoil has resulted in significant human displacement and economic damage, prompting the government to channel millions in relief efforts. With previous deadly incidents in nearby regions, the monsoon's impact has become a clarion call for urgent climate action.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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