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Tornado Devastates Guangzhou, Killing Five and Injuring 33

The tornado struck Guangzhou's Baiyun district on Saturday, causing extensive damage to over 140 buildings and disrupting flights.

  • A level-three intensity tornado hit Guangzhou, causing significant destruction and casualties.
  • Flight operations were disrupted with over 70 flights delayed due to adverse weather conditions.
  • Experts attribute the tornado to a combination of meteorological factors, including warm, moist air and low-level jet streams.
  • Forecasts predict continued adverse weather in Guangdong, with potential for thunderstorms and hail.
  • Rescue and recovery efforts are underway, with emergency services and local residents responding to the crisis.
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