- Flash flood caused by heavy rain struck Weiyuan County, Dingxi City, a tourist site in northwest China, on Sunday, killing 10 people and injuring 23, as per State media reports.
- 174 campers have been rescued after being trapped by the flash flood.
- A mountain torrent triggered by short-term heavy rainfall at the scenic site trapped several campers at the location in Gansu Province, state broadcaster CCTV said.
- A Level IV emergency response for flood control was activated in Gansu Province.
- 305 personnel and 68 vehicles from the comprehensive national firefighting and rescue teams are carrying out rescue operations at the scene.
- The flash flood occurred at the Shuangshimen Scenic Area in the rugged, mountainous stretches of southern Gansu, roughly 1,200 kilometres (745 miles) southwest of Beijing.
- Shuangshimen is known for its natural stone arches, alpine meadows, and mountain streams, making it a popular summer camping spot.
- Parts of Gansu experienced heavy rainfall on Sunday, prompting local authorities across the province to issue weather alerts.
A flash flood in Weiyuan County, Gansu Province, China, on Sunday afternoon resulted in 10 fatalities and 23 injuries, with 174 individuals rescued from the Shuangshimen Scenic Area, a popular camping destination known for its natural beauty.167
The flood was triggered by a mountain torrent caused by intense rainfall, as reported by state broadcaster CCTV. The area, located approximately 1,200 kilometers (745 miles) southwest of Beijing, is characterized by its stunning stone arches and alpine meadows.3
Emergency services activated a Level IV emergency response for flood control, deploying 305 personnel and 68 vehicles to assist in rescue operations. The Ministry of Emergency Management and the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters are overseeing the rescue efforts, ensuring that the injured receive necessary medical treatment.45
Local authorities across Gansu issued weather alerts as heavy rainfall affected the region, although it was not directly impacted by Typhoon Noul, which made landfall earlier that day. The situation remains critical as rescue teams continue their operations to ensure the safety of all individuals affected by this tragic event.8
“The flash flood, triggered by short-term heavy rainfall, hit the Shuangshimen Scenic Area in rugged southern Gansu, a popular summer camping spot. China's State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters dispatched a working team and activated a Level IV emergency response, with 305 rescue personnel and 68 vehicles at the scene.”
