In a swift response to recent devastating floods, the Chinese mainland has allocated 238 million yuan (approximately $33.35 million) to support disaster relief and restore agricultural production in five severely affected regions: Henan, Hunan, Chongqing, Sichuan, and Shaanxi.
The Ministry of Finance announced that these funds will be directed towards managing flood-damaged crops, repairing agricultural facilities, and enhancing flood control and drainage systems to prevent future waterlogging of fields. This initiative aims to mitigate the adverse impacts of the floods on the nation's agricultural sector, ensuring food security and supporting local farmers.
The urgency of these measures is underscored by the national observatory's recent issuance of an orange alert for rainstorms—the second-highest level in China's four-tier warning system. Heavy rainfall, anticipated to reach up to 200 millimeters within the next 24 hours, is expected to impact regions including the capital Beijing, Hebei, Tianjin, Chongqing, Yunnan, and Guangdong.
Additionally, a yellow alert has been raised for severe convective weather, bringing thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail to areas such as Inner Mongolia, Heilongjiang, Jilin, Hebei, and Tianjin over the coming days. These alerts highlight the ongoing efforts to prepare and respond to extreme weather conditions, ensuring the resilience of agricultural operations and the safety of residents.
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China allocates funds to support agriculture in flood-hit regions
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