Overview

• Since June 17, heavy rains have led to at least six confirmed deaths and widespread infrastructure damage across southern China.
• More than 80,000 residents in Rongjiang and Congjiang counties were relocated after floodwaters caused over 20 rivers to exceed warning levels.
• The Chinese government released 300 million yuan in disaster relief on June 25 and elevated its flood response to Level III on June 26.
• In a high-profile rescue, firefighters in Guizhou saved an eight-year-old girl who survived over seven hours trapped in a sewer pipe.
• The Guizhou Meteorological Service forecasts further heavy rain and possible rainstorms, raising concerns about renewed flooding and recovery delays.