Guangdong province, located in the south of China, is under the influence of floods and landslides due to heavy rains. As a result of this natural disaster, 47 people have died so far.
Loss of Life and Damage Balance Sheet
The number of people who lost their lives in the floods and landslides that occurred in Meizhou city was announced as 47. 38 of these losses occurred in Pingyuan and 9 in Meixian and Jiaoling regions. As a result of the disaster, a total of 2,247 houses were destroyed and serious damage occurred to approximately 356 kilometers of roads, bridges and agricultural land. It was stated that the economic damage reached 822 million dollars in total.
Relief and Rescue Efforts
Rescue and aid efforts initiated after the incident continue. Support teams have been dispatched to the disaster area and are providing a helping hand to the disaster victims.
Meteorological Situation and Expectations
The National Meteorological Center warned that rainfall in the region will continue. Hail and severe storms are expected in Henan, Anhui and Hubei provinces, as well as Jiangsu and Guizhou provinces. It is important for citizens to be careful and take the necessary precautions.
