China floods

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China's Heaviest Rain In 1,000 Years; 12 Killed, 1 Lakh Rescued

The Zhengzhou city of China recorded a rainfall of 617.1 mm, the heaviest rain in 1,000 years from the evening of July 17 until the late night of July 20, said Chinese meteorologists. Reportedly, 12 people died so far in Zhengzhou, as they were situated near the Yellow River and one lakh people were rescued amid the floods. A rainfall alert has been issued for July 21.

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 - 12:45 PM / by Brijesh Goswami

Tags: Heavy Rain In China, Heavy Rain In Zhengzhou, Flood In Yellow River, Heaviest rain in 1, 000 years

Courtesy: Reuters