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Beijing on High Alert as Red Rainstorm Warning Triggers 3,000+ Evacuations

Beijing municipal government upgraded its rainstorm warning to red, the highest level, and activated citywide flood control measures as parts of the Chinese capital brace for torrential downpours.

Parts of the Chinese capital are already seeing disruptive flooding across multiple city districts. Over the weekend, Miyun District witnessed intense rain that forced the evacuation of over 3,000 residents.

In response, citywide flood control measures are in full swing\u000drainage channels are being cleared, emergency teams deployed, and temporary barriers erected to keep rising water at bay.

CGTN reporter Wang Mengjie, broadcasting live from Tai Shi Village in Miyun, says, "Villagers and volunteers are working side by side to sandbag homes and support vulnerable neighbors."

The red warning, the highest alert level, underscores the storm's severity and the need for heightened vigilance. Residents and visitors should stay tuned to local updates, plan travel carefully, and avoid flooded areas.

This downpour highlights the growing challenge of extreme weather in major cities worldwide. As Beijing battles the storm, tracking the city's resilience offers valuable insights for communities everywhere.

We'll continue monitoring developments and share updates on how Beijing weathers this extreme rainstorm.

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