Reported about 1 year ago
On the afternoon of July 5, 2024, a breach occurred in the frontline embankment of Dongting Lake in Huarong County, Yueyang City, Hunan Province, China, with a width exceeding 150 meters. As of around 11pm on the 5th, the breach widened. Approximately 5755 people have been safely relocated, and there have been no casualties reported. Chinese President Xi Jinping has issued important instructions to prioritize emergency rescue efforts and protect the safety of the people's lives and property. The situation is ongoing with rescue operations and reinforcements being mobilized to address the crisis.
Source: YAHOO