In China, four people died and one went missing as torrential rains triggered mountain torrents in central Hunan Province. The Official news agency Xinhua, reported that the county has activated an emergency response programme and organised efforts for the necessary supply and power, telecommunication and transport restoration work.
In a related development, thousands of people in an eastern Chinese tourist city have been evacuated and dozens of scenic attractions closed as torrential rain continues to lash parts of this region. Over 4,00,000 residents’ lives have been affected due to rain.
