An inland Chinese province in the Yangtze basin
A series of extreme weather events across southern Asia has intensified, with heavy rainfall triggering floods in parts of China while India and Pakistan endure ongoing heatwaves. Authorities warn of continuing heat and flood risks in coming days as climate-linked patterns drive extreme conditions.
Severe rainfall has triggered floods and resettlement across southern and central China. Authorities warn of more downpours as rescue efforts continue and emergency responses are under way in Hunan, Hubei, Guangxi and other provinces.
Heavy rains have triggered floods and landslides across central and southern China, with authorities citing high risks to communities. Emergency responses are under way and residents are being relocated as the downpour persists.
A two-seat sport aircraft crashed into the Citic Tower in Beijing, killing the pilot and injuring 13 others in a scene that has raised questions about airspace controls and security in the capital. Officials say the incident was caused by personal reasons, with the pilot described as having insomnia and anxiety. Investigations are ongoing.
Tropical Storm Maysak has strengthened and moved inland, triggering floods across Guangxi and neighbouring provinces. Authorities report deaths and widespread evacuations as reservoirs and river embankments exceed warning levels. Rescue operations are ongoing as the region braces for more heavy rain and potential further flooding.
Typhoon Bavi has struck Zhejiang province after skirting northern Taiwan and Japans southern islands, forcing the evacuation of more than two million people and cancelling hundreds of flights and trains. Bavi has weakened to a severe tropical storm but is carrying large volumes of moisture that will produce prolonged heavy rain and flood risk across eastern and northern China over coming days.
Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall near Yuhuan, Zhejiang, with winds up to 151 km/h. Authorities warn of torrential rain through Aug. 10, prompting mass evacuations, flight cancellations and transport disruptions across Zhejiang, Shanghai and Jiangsu as the storm weakens inland.
Multiple outlets report the death of former Chinese premier Zhu Rongji, who helped steer China’s economic liberalization and WTO entry. While credited with double-digit growth and reforms, his tenure also coincided with mass layoffs and rising inequality. Death announced by Xinhua; age 97 or 98 depending on account.