On July 27, a rare torrential rainstorm swept through the Jizhou District of Tianjin City in the Chinese mainland, unleashing the region’s largest mountain torrents in 70 years of hydrological records.
Local authorities and emergency teams sprang into action as roads turned into rushing rivers and low-lying villages faced floodwaters rising at unprecedented speed. According to CGTN’s Li Jingjing, who is on the front lines, rescue workers deployed high-capacity pumps, sandbags, and specialized equipment to divert water away from residential areas.
Inside the command center, meteorologists are monitoring rapidly changing weather patterns, while volunteers coordinate supply distribution, ensuring food, clean water, and medical aid reach those stranded by the floods. “We’re racing against the clock to reinforce embankments and evacuate vulnerable communities,” says a local disaster relief official, underscoring the urgency of the mission.
As heavy rainfall continues to threaten the district, authorities have issued alerts to residents in nearby townships, urging them to stay vigilant and follow evacuation orders. Across social media, footage captured by drone and smartphone highlights both the raw power of nature and the resilience of communities pulling together.
With waters still rising in some areas, relief teams are strategizing the next phase of operations—clearing debris, restoring power lines, and assessing long-term support needs for impacted families. Experts warn that climate trends may increase the frequency of such extreme events, calling for strengthened infrastructure and improved early warning systems.
CGTN’s Li Jingjing remains on the front lines, bringing the latest on relief efforts as they unfold.
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Live: Latest updates on battling floods on the front lines in Tianjin
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