Northern China's Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region is grappling with torrential rains triggered by Typhoon Doksuri, which slammed into Fujian Province on Friday. The storm's aftermath has unleashed what meteorologists call a 'once-in-a-decade' deluge, prompting the National Meteorological Center to issue its highest-level red alert Sunday. ⚠️
Residents are bracing for flooding and landslides as rainfall in some areas could exceed 600 millimeters (23.6 inches) – equivalent to a year's worth of rain in London falling in just days. 🏙️ Schools and tourist sites have shut down, while emergency crews work around the clock to reinforce riverbanks and evacuate vulnerable communities.
Meteorologists warn the rainfall intensity 'defies historical precedents' for the region. 🌊 Meanwhile, social media buzzes with clips of submerged streets and locals sharing safety tips using hashtags like #TyphoonDoksuriAlert.
This extreme weather comes as climate scientists highlight rising risks of intense storms in East Asia. While Doksuri weakens, its remnants continue to funnel moisture northward, testing China's disaster response systems. 🛟 Stay tuned for updates!
