Beijing is showing resilience after devastating rainstorms battered the city last week, with power and communication services now fully restored across all affected villages. Authorities confirmed Saturday that emergency crews have reconnected electricity and water supplies, though search efforts continue for nine missing individuals. 🚨
By the Numbers
The storms, which struck from July 23-29, caused 44 fatalities and impacted over 300,000 residents. Nearly 24,000 homes were destroyed, particularly in northern mountainous areas where infrastructure suffered severe damage. 🏔️⚡
Tech to the Rescue
In hardest-hit Miyun and Huairou districts, crews used satellite phones and rapid repairs to restore connectivity in all 190 villages—proving even nature's fury can't keep modern cities down for long. 📡🔧
Homeward Bound
As safety checks progress, 90,000+ evacuated residents have returned home. Only 10,876 people remain in temporary shelters across 155 sites—a 90% drop from peak displacement numbers. 🏠❤️
While the road to full recovery continues, Beijing's swift response highlights how cities can weather climate challenges through preparation and community effort. 🌆💪
