July 22nd 2024.
Tragedy struck in China's Shaanxi province on Friday evening when a bridge in Zhashui County collapsed, causing at least 15 fatalities. The incident was a result of heavy rains and flash flooding, with at least 25 vehicles plummeting off the bridge, according to Chinese state broadcaster CCTV.
The rescue efforts have been ongoing since the incident, with authorities working tirelessly to save those who were caught in the disaster. As of Sunday evening, China's national fire and rescue authority had dispatched 1630 people, 205 vehicles, and 63 boats to aid in the rescue mission, as reported by CCTV.
Despite the valiant efforts of the rescue team, it was still unclear how many people were still missing or had been rescued as of Monday morning. However, there was some hope as Chinese state media had earlier reported the successful rescue of one person.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping expressed his concern and called for "all-out rescue efforts" while urging authorities to remain vigilant for any potential hazards. This incident comes amidst a series of torrential rains and floods that have been plaguing China for weeks, starting two months earlier than usual.
The neighboring Henan province has also been severely affected, with over 100,000 people being evacuated from their homes due to the floods, as reported by state media. In the southwestern Sichuan province, the situation is just as dire, with more than 10 fatalities and 29 people still missing after flash floods hit a village in Hanyuan County early Saturday, according to CCTV.
The sudden floods struck at 2:30 am local time, catching many people off guard as they were sleeping. The damage caused by the floods was extensive, affecting homes, roads, and bridges in the area. It is a devastating situation that has left many families grieving and struggling to recover.
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