Since July 26, heavy rains have been pouring nonstop over Hunan Province in central China, affecting over 1.15 million people. 😱💦
Typhoon Gaemi brought with it torrential rainstorms leading to direct economic losses of approximately 6.13 billion yuan (about $847 million). 💰
Local authorities reported on Wednesday that 95,000 people had to evacuate their homes, and nearly 50,000 required emergency relief. 🚨
The provincial flood control and drought relief headquarters are working around the clock to assist those affected and to mitigate further losses.
While Mother Nature shows her formidable power, communities are coming together to support each other during these challenging times. 🤝
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Heavy rainfall affects 1.15 million people in central China's Hunan
cgtn.com
