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Severe Flooding Displaces 120,000 in Guizhou, China

7/3/2025

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Severe flooding in Rongjiang County, Guizhou Province, China, from June 20-29, 2025, wreaked havoc, displacing over 120,000 residents and claiming six lives. Torrential rains caused rivers to overflow, reaching a staggering 256.7 meters. The disaster left infrastructure in ruins, leading to widespread power and communication outages, prompting urgent evacuations and relief efforts for those in need.

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Severe flooding in Rongjiang County, Guizhou Province, China, from June 20-29, 2025, wreaked havoc, displacing over 120,000 residents and claiming six lives. Torrential rains caused rivers to overflow, reaching a staggering 256.7 meters. The disaster left infrastructure in ruins, leading to widespread power and communication outages, prompting urgent evacuations and relief efforts for those in need.