Continuous heavy rainfall has recently impacted Rongjiang County in southwest Guizhou Province on the Chinese mainland, creating a significant flood threat in multiple communities.
To bolster relief efforts, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced a 100 million yuan (about $13.95 million) allocation on Wednesday. These funds will support emergency supplies, infrastructure repairs and logistics coordination across the province.
Local authorities and volunteer rescue teams are evacuating residents from low-lying areas, clearing debris from key roadways and reinforcing riverbanks. Mobile command units equipped with real-time monitoring tools are guiding operations to stay ahead of rapidly rising waters.
As extreme rainfall events become more frequent worldwide, the situation in Guizhou highlights the need for resilient infrastructure and data-driven early warning systems. Collaboration between government agencies, local communities and tech partners will be essential to mitigate risks and accelerate recovery.
Officials urge residents and travelers in the region to follow local alerts, avoid floodwaters and stay informed through authorized channels. The coming days will test the speed and coordination of rescue teams working around the clock to protect lives and livelihoods.
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Live: Rescue operations underway for flood-hit regions in SW China
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