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China Raises Typhoon Maysak Death Toll to 159

8/24/2026

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  • Chinese authorities raised the Typhoon Maysak flood death toll to 159.
  • The count includes 107 deaths from the Liulan and Yunbiao dam collapses in Nanning.
  • More than 1.65 million people were affected, with 23,300 evacuated in Nanning and 20,500 in Guigang.
  • Provincial officials estimate direct economic damage at 14 billion yuan (? USD 2.0 billion).
  • Guangxi leaders announced a three-year plan to improve disaster resilience.