Some regions in China, have been hit by floods, forcing thousands of people to evacuate. The province Guangdongwhere more than 127 million people live, has suffered the most from the rains.
In Zhaoqing, about three people died and eleven are missing due to the heavy rains that have not stopped for a few days. Search operations have remained ongoing in all affected areas.
Data provided by local organizations reported on April 22, about 36 houses that have collapsed and 48 are in serious condition, all this economic loss is estimated at approximately 140 million yuan, which would be equivalent to USD 19 million.
The strong hurricane winds together with the rains have caused landslides in mountainous areas and the rivers have risen above the alert threshold.
According to EcuavisaFor the following week, the weather forecast foresees frequent rainfall, so the orange alert will continue in multiple areas of the country.
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