Heavy rains in southern China lead to floods and landslides: 10 dead

Following heavy rains in Sichuan province, 10 people have lost their lives and 17 have been injured; 21,784 people have been evacuated.

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Heavy rains in southern China have caused floods and landslides. According to initial reports, 10 people have lost their lives and 17 have been injured in the disasters in Sichuan province.

Authorities carried out evacuation efforts to move residents living in high-risk areas to safe locations. According to the information released, 21,784 people have been evacuated in the region.

It was reported that search, rescue, and damage assessment efforts are ongoing following the floods and landslides caused by the heavy rains. Precautions have been increased in the region against new risks associated with the rainfall.