The China Meteorological Administration warns that flood water levels will reach over 36 meters on the evening of June 22, exceeding initial predictions by more than 10 meters.
Since early June, southern China has been experiencing heavy rainfall, resulting in significant flooding. This is not an unusual phenomenon, as this populous country frequently faces floods during the summer months, particularly in the central and southern regions. On June 21, in Yingde, Guangdong Province, China decided to upgrade its emergency flood response from Level II to Level I.
Yingde is considered the focal point of this year’s flooding in China
The heavy rainfall in Guangdong has disrupted the lives of residents for several days
It is expected that the water level will peak at approximately 36.10 meters in Yingde, the main stream of the Beijiang River, around 8 PM (China time) on June 22. This record water level surpasses the previous warning level by 10.1 meters.
Images of unprecedented flooding in southern China not seen in the past 100 years
According to forecasts from the Meteorological and Hydrological Bureau, the water level in the Beijiang River basin is expected to reach the highest level in over a century. The Chinese authorities are closely monitoring the flood situation in Yingde to minimize damage to life and property. Media outlets are also urgently warning residents about the impending natural disaster.
This heavy rainfall has caused homes and agricultural land in seven villages in Yingde to be flooded to varying degrees. As of 5 PM on June 21, the town had successfully evacuated over 4,000 residents.
