Major rivers in southern China are swelling to critical levels as relentless rains trigger widespread flooding. The Xijiang River, part of the Pearl River basin, saw its third flood this year on Thursday—marking the basin’s 10th flood since the 2024 rainy season began 🌧️.
Water levels in rivers connected to Poyang Lake and Dongting Lake—China’s two largest freshwater lakes—have surged past warning marks, with the Yangtze River’s middle and lower reaches also rising rapidly. Authorities reported that 22 rivers across provinces like Jiangxi, Hunan, and Guangxi exceeded safety thresholds between Wednesday and Thursday alone 🚨.
Experts point to climate patterns driving the intense downpours, while emergency crews scramble to reinforce embankments and evacuate vulnerable communities. With more rain forecasted, the region faces a waterlogged 'sequel' no one asked for—and the stakes keep rising ⚠️.
