Flash Flood Devastates Chinese Campsite
Eight killed, four missing in Inner Mongolia deluge.
A devastating flash flood tore through a popular campsite in Urad Rear Banner, Inner Mongolia, China, late Saturday night, claiming eight lives and leaving four people missing, state media reported. The disaster struck around 10 p.m. local time in the mountainous region, known for its scenic campsites that attract adventurers and tourists. The sudden deluge caught campers off guard, sweeping away tents and belongings in a matter of moments.
According to Xinhua, thirteen campers were initially reported missing. By Sunday morning, rescue teams had recovered eight bodies and saved one survivor, while efforts continued to locate the remaining four. The rugged terrain and ongoing adverse weather conditions have complicated search and rescue operations, with authorities deploying additional resources to the remote area.
Northern China has been battered by extreme weather in recent weeks, with flash floods and landslides becoming increasingly frequent. Earlier this month, Gansu province in the northwest suffered a catastrophic flood that killed at least 10 people and left 33 missing. Heavy rains have also wreaked havoc elsewhere, including historic downpours in Hong Kong, underscoring the region’s vulnerability to climate-driven disasters.
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Inner Mongolia’s Urad Rear Banner, with its sprawling landscapes, has seen a surge in outdoor tourism, but the tragedy highlights the risks posed by unpredictable weather in such areas. As rescue teams work tirelessly, the incident adds to growing concerns about the impact of intensifying storms across China, prompting calls for enhanced early warning systems and disaster preparedness.
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