2025 marks China’s heaviest rainfall in 50 years, submerging major cities like Wuhan, Chongqing, and Nanjing
The Yangtze breaches historic levels, triggering mass evacuations and agricultural devastation
Concerns rise over Three Gorges Dam’s structural stress, sparking global conversations on water safety
Damages exceed $24 billion USD, impacting supply chains, infrastructure, and regional economies
Major metropolitan areas declare emergency holidays, halting public transport and closing schools
Over 100,000 emergency personnel deployed, with drones and helicopters rescuing stranded residents
Damages exceed $24 billion USD, impacting supply chains, infrastructure, and regional economies
Experts link the flood to climate-driven weather anomalies, urging stronger global action