Major disruptions are unfolding across northern China as Typhoon Doksuri unleashes torrential rains on the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. 🌍 Schools in Beijing have halted outdoor activities, while parks, tourist sites, and live events are temporarily closed to prioritize safety. The capital’s streets are becoming rivers as the storm batters the area—think of it as nature’s version of a ‘water park’, but with way higher stakes. 😓
Hebei province isn’t spared either. Authorities issued urgent warnings for potential mountain floods, predicting rainfall up to 450 millimeters—enough to fill an Olympic-sized swimming pool twice over in just hours! 💦 Residents are urged to stay alert as emergency teams work around the clock.
This isn’t just a summer sprinkle; it’s a climate wake-up call. With extreme weather events rising globally, cities like Beijing are racing to adapt. Stay tuned for updates as the region navigates this watery challenge. 🚑⚡
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Live: Heavy downpours in China's Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region
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