Tragedy in the Rain 🌧️
It is a heartbreaking weekend for residents in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. On Saturday night, a serious incident occurred in Huanjiang Maonan Autonomous County when a truck carrying 15 people plunged into a river while attempting to cross a flooded bridge in Luoyang Town. 💔
Current reports confirm that while five people have been bravely rescued, one person has tragically passed away, and nine others remain missing. Search and rescue teams are working tirelessly around the clock to locate the missing passengers. 🔍
The Response: All Hands on Deck 🚨
The situation is being handled with the utmost urgency. The Office of the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters has already dispatched a specialized work team to Guangxi to guide and support the rescue operations. This is a massive coordinated effort; the Ministry of Emergency Management held consultations on Sunday with meteorological and water resources departments across 17 provincial-level regions, including Guangxi and Hubei, to assess the current rainfall and organize flood prevention.
Warning: More Rain is Coming ⛈️
If you are in the region or planning to travel, please stay vigilant! Experts predict that this round of widespread heavy rainfall will continue to move eastward and southward from May 17 to May 19. Authorities are urging everyone to keep a close eye on several high-risk factors:
- Mountain torrents and potential geological disasters ⛰️
- Flooding in small and medium-sized rivers 🌊
- Urban waterlogging in city centers 🏙️
- Risks at small and medium-sized reservoirs ⚠️
Stay Safe, Everyone! ✨
The most critical advice right now? Strictly avoid risky crossings of floodwaters. Local authorities are tightening safety management of waterlogged roads and submerged bridges to prevent further vehicle-related accidents. They are also organizing timely evacuations from dangerous areas, with a special focus on schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and tourist sites. Stay dry, stay alert, and look out for one another! 🌍💬
Reference(s):
China sends work team to Guangxi after vehicle plunges into river
cgtn.com
