Massive Flooding in Hunan Province After Dongting Lake Dike Breach
Over 6,000 residents evacuated as rescue teams work to seal the breach and prevent further damage.
- A 226-meter breach in the Dongting Lake dike has caused extensive flooding in Huarong County, Hunan Province.
- More than 2,300 rescue personnel are building a secondary defense line to contain the floodwaters.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for comprehensive rescue and relief efforts to protect lives and property.
- Heavy rainfall since mid-June has exacerbated the flood risk, with Hunan experiencing its heaviest rain on record.
- No casualties have been reported, but the flooding has significantly impacted local infrastructure and agriculture.
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