More than 100 houses collapse in China after dike breach
More than 100 houses collapsed after a dike breach in the town of Huating, Chengxiang District, Putian City, Fujian Province. Some residents remain missing, but their exact number has not yet been established. This was reported by Anadolu Agency, citing China’s state-run Xinhua news agency and local officials.
Dike breach after heavy rain
Heavy rain hit Huating on Thursday. After the dike breach, people became trapped, Xinhua reported. The source did not specify exactly how many people are missing.
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Evacuation and rainfall forecast
Authorities in Chengxiang District moved 1,261 people to 30 temporary accommodation sites. Rain continued in Putian after Typhoon Saudel made landfall on Friday.
Forecasters predict more heavy rainfall over the next four days. Due to the severe weather, Putian authorities raised the emergency response level to the highest, Level I.
