Published on: 2026-08-11
Source: People’s Republic of China — Translation
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Beijing, August 11 /Xinhua/ — On Tuesday, Beijing activated the Level 2 emergency response mode for flooding, as authorities issued a notice about heavy rains and an increased risk of urban flooding and landslides.
According to data from the meteorological service of the city of Beijing, from Tuesday evening to Thursday in most districts of the city, the intensity of precipitation over 6 hours may reach 100 millimeters, and over 24 hours – more than 150 millimeters.
According to official statements, residents living in high-risk areas will be evacuated by Tuesday evening. Construction work will be suspended, mountain camps and scenic areas will be temporarily closed.
Starting from Wednesday, employers are recommended to implement flexible working hours. Schools may suspend classes, and in-person learning will depend on the circumstances. Outdoor sports events will be canceled.
Typhoon “Dolphin” – the 13th this year – made landfall on Sunday in Zhejiang Province /Eastern China/. On Tuesday, the China National Meteorological Center (NMC) maintained an orange level rainfall warning, forecasting heavy precipitation across a vast territory of the country until the second half of Wednesday, including Zhejiang Province, Shandong Province, the directly governed cities of Shanghai, Beijing, and Tianjin. -0-
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