Emergency crews are battling the clock after mountain torrents—violent flash floods triggered by relentless rainfall—slammed Yuzhong County in China's Gansu Province. 🚒 Firefighters, volunteers, and local authorities are combing through debris to locate survivors and evacuate stranded residents, with temporary shelters now housing displaced families.
Heavy rains transformed serene mountain streams into raging rivers overnight, catching many off guard. 💧 'Every second counts,' said one rescue worker, as teams navigate collapsed roads and mudslides to reach isolated villages. Drones and heavy machinery are aiding search efforts in the hardest-hit areas.
The provincial government has mobilized resources for recovery, including medical aid and essential supplies. 📦 While no casualty figures have been released yet, social media footage shows dramatic rescues of villagers carried to safety on inflatable rafts.
As climate patterns grow more unpredictable, this disaster highlights the rising risks of extreme weather in mountainous regions. 🌍 Stay tuned for updates as rescue operations continue.
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Live: Rescue operations underway as mountain torrents hit Gansu
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