The heavy rains in China’s capital Beijing in the last few days have destroyed many areas. This natural disaster has killed 30 people and more than 80,000 people have been transferred to safe places. The Meteorological Department said that in less than a week, almost full year rain (543.4 mm) was recorded in less than a week, which is close to the average annual rainfall (600 mm) in Beijing. At the same time, many roads have been broken due to the flow of water, due to which the administration has to seek the help of bulldozers in the rescue operation.
The northern hilly areas of Beijing, especially Miyun and Yanking districts, have seen the most havoc of rain. 28 people died in Miyun and 2 in Yanking. Drone footage in Miyun district captured horrific pictures of devastation, in which broken bridges, uprooted trees and mud -covered houses were seen. The area caused heavy losses due to the Kingshui River.
Heavy destruction near the great wall
According to government news agency Xinhua, heavy rains started on Wednesday (July 23), which intensified in Beijing and the surrounding provinces on 28 July, which has intensified the flow of water in the northern mountainous areas near the Great Wall. Due to this, the situation became more serious due to landslides in the entire area. The agency said that rains up to 543.4 mm (21.4 inches) have been recorded in the northern districts of the capital.
Power supply stalled
The agency said that the rains caused heavy damage to roads, houses and infrastructure. Due to heavy rains, 31 roads have been broken in Beijing and power supply of 136 villages has been disrupted.
Rescue started from bulldozer
The administration said that many roads have been damaged due to the flow of water, due to which many challenges are faced in the rescue operation. For this reason, people are being rescued to people with the help of bulldozers and other heavy machines and people are being transported to safe places. He said that the rescue teams are working day and night, but mud, debris and disrupted roads are being challenged in relief operations.
The city flood control headquarters of Beijing said on Tuesday that more than 80,000 people have been transferred to safe places.
Meteorological department warns of rain
It is being told that heavy rains may also occur in many other areas of China. The Meteorological Department has recently issued a warning of heavy rain, which can make the situation more serious.
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