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Heavy rain has battered southern China over the weekend, resulting in widespread flooding and displacing hundreds of thousands of people. At least four people have been killed, including a rescue worker, and 10 remain unaccounted for in Guangdong province. Over 110,000 people have been evacuated, with 25,800 seeking shelter. Four weather stations in Guangdong have recorded record rainfall for April, leading authorities to warn of a ‘once a century flood’. The Bei river is expected to reach 19 feet above the warning limit, posing a significant threat. Floods of this magnitude typically occur later in the year, but the current situation has been described as ‘the earliest on record’.

Unusually heavy rainfall has swamped cities in China’s Pearl River Delta, triggering flooding and raising concerns about the region’s flood defenses. The downpours, the most intense in decades, have inundated streets and homes, forcing thousands to evacuate. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as the heavy rainfall continues and the risk of further flooding remains high.

Hong Kong has experienced heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, prompting the issuance of the third amber rainstorm warning within a week. The Observatory warns of the potential for flooding and advises residents to take precautions.

According to the European State of the Climate (ESOTC) report, Europe is warming up at twice the global average, with temperatures rising 2.3 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels compared to 1.3 degrees Celsius globally. This warming trend is leading to deadly heatwaves, severe flooding, and other extreme weather events. In 2023, which was the second warmest year on record for Europe, parts of southern Europe experienced extreme heat stress, while northern Europe faced extended periods of extreme cold stress.

A new report by Copernicus and WMO highlights the devastating impacts of flooding in Europe in 2023, with one-third of rivers exceeding the ‘high’ flood threshold and 16% surpassing the ‘severe’ mark. Extreme rainfall events fueled by climate change were behind many of the worst floods, particularly in Italy, Slovenia, Greece, and the UK. The report also emphasizes the potential for run-of-river hydropower as a form of renewable energy, with above-average precipitation in Europe increasing its viability. However, droughts also affected parts of Europe, underscoring the diverse hydrological impacts of climate change.

In late April, torrential rainfall caused catastrophic flooding in southern China. As of Monday, over 83,000 people have been evacuated and 1.6 million are without electricity. The flooding has claimed the lives of at least four people, with 10 others still missing. The Pearl River Delta region has been particularly hard-hit, with floodwaters reaching the second story of buildings in some areas.

A bridge in China collapsed during severe flooding on Saturday, April 20, after several days of torrential rain and strong winds. The collapse, captured by a security camera, occurred in Guangdong province. Earlier-than-usual flooding has hit the southern region since Thursday, leading to evacuations and the search for 11 missing individuals.

Eastern Cape authorities are on high alert as several areas were impacted by heavy rainfall on Monday. Flooding and mudslides occurred, leading to temporary road closures. East London and Cradock were particularly affected, with flooded routes and blocked traffic due to fallen trees. The transport department urged motorists to exercise caution as visibility is poor and roads are wet and slippery. A stationary truck obstructed traffic on the R67, and an accident was reported on the N2.

Torrential rainfall has wreaked havoc in southern China, leaving at least four dead and 10 missing. Cities in Guangdong province, including Zhaoqing and Shaoguan, have been particularly hard hit, with over 110,000 people evacuated. Guangzhou has experienced record-breaking rainfall, while neighboring Jiangxi province also faces flooding. The China Central Meteorological Observatory has issued a rainstorm warning through Tuesday, with further heavy rain anticipated.

The Russian Urals region and northern Kazakhstan have experienced severe flooding, leading to the evacuation of thousands of residents. Authorities are now concerned about the potential for drinking water contamination due to the proximity of a uranium mine to floodwaters. Environmental experts warn that elevated uranium salts in the Tobol River could pose a risk to public health.