Record Rainfall Triggers Severe Flooding Across Central China

Henan Province and surrounding regions activate top emergency responses as unprecedented downpours cause widespread damage.

Henan Province issued an orange alert for rainstorms with over 600 mm of rain recorded in Sheqi County.
Nanyang activated a Level I emergency response as heavy rains led to significant flooding and evacuations.
Fifteen provinces are on full emergency alert, with severe weather impacting areas from the Sichuan Basin to the Huanghuai region.
The China Meteorological Administration activated a Level 2 rainstorm emergency response for multiple provinces.
Heavy rains have caused delays and suspensions in train services in Sichuan Province.