🌧️ Heads up, folks! China's seven major river basins are gearing up for a wild ride this flood season. An official from the Ministry of Water Resources just announced that these rivers might face significant flooding, making flood defense a tricky challenge ahead.
So, what's the forecast? Rain, and lots of it, especially in the north! From late July to early August, areas like the Songhua River, Liao River, and parts of the Yellow and Haihe Rivers are expected to get 20% to 50% more rainfall. That's a whole lot of umbrellas and rain boots! ☔️
On the flip side, southern regions like the Pearl River Basin and areas around Dongting Lake and Poyang Lake are set to see less rain—about 20% to 50% less. It's a real weather rollercoaster! 🎢
But here's the deal: Global warming is turning up the heat and the water vapor. For every 1°C increase in temperature, the atmosphere holds 7% more water vapor. That means extreme rainstorms are more likely, leading to floods in smaller rivers, mountain torrents, and even urban areas. Not cool. 😓
Add to that, China has loads of small and medium-sized reservoirs and silt dams that aren't exactly flood-resistant. Plus, with many water projects under construction—some even during the flood season—the risks are piling up.
It's a big challenge for flood prevention and disaster relief teams. Let's hope they can navigate these stormy waters! 🌊
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
