Reported about 1 year ago
In late June and early July 2024, mainland China experienced frequent flooding and high temperatures, with a levee breach in Yueyang City, Hunan Province causing the evacuation of around 6,000 people. The meteorological department warned of prolonged heatwaves in July, threatening rice and cotton production and impacting agricultural output. President Xi Jinping emphasized the urgent need for flood rescue efforts, with emergency funds allocated for disaster relief in affected provinces. Extreme weather conditions continue to pose a threat to food production in key provinces.
Source: YAHOO