Liaoning Province Responds to Heavy Rainfall and Floods

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Liaoning Province in eastern China is responding to heavy rainfall and flooding that began on July 21, with moderate to heavy rain reported in several areas, including Benxi and Dandong. The province's flood control office reported that 16,204 people were relocated, mainly in Benxi, Dandong, Anshan, and Dalian, as 5 cities and 39 counties initiated flood control emergency response measures. The provincial government dispatched working groups to guide flood control work, monitored reservoirs and rivers, and issued flash flood disaster warnings.

Key Takeaways:

  • 16,204 people were relocated throughout the province, mainly in Benxi, Dandong, Anshan, and Dalian.
  • 5 cities and 39 counties in the province initiated flood control emergency response measures.
  • The provincial government dispatched working groups to guide flood control work, including teams to Dalian, Anshan, Benxi, and Dandong.
  • The Provincial Flood Control Office monitored reservoirs and rivers, and issued flash flood disaster warnings.
  • 411 flash flood disaster warnings and 7,618 text messages were sent to grassroots responsible persons.
  • The Provincial Emergency Management Department sent working groups to Dalian, Anshan, Benxi, and Dandong to inspect and guide prevention and response work.
  • The Provincial Public Security Department dispatched 5,445 police officers and 972 police cars to check 251 hidden dangers and key areas.
  • The Provincial Department of Transportation closed 8 toll stations, 10 ordinary roads, and suspended 183 ships and 237 passenger routes.

Statistics:

  • 16,204 people relocated
  • 5 cities and 39 counties initiated flood control emergency response measures
  • 411 flash flood disaster warnings issued
  • 7,618 text messages sent to grassroots responsible persons
  • 5,445 police officers and 972 police cars dispatched
  • 8 toll stations and 10 ordinary roads closed
  • 183 ships and 237 passenger routes suspended
  • 20 warning signals issued by the Provincial Meteorological Bureau
  • 32,000 people affected
  • 22 rescue personnel evacuated by the Provincial Fire Rescue Corps

Sources:

  • https://www.ln.gov.cn/web/ywdt/msrd/2025072210155261065/index.shtml (The official website of Liaoning Province, in Chinese)
  • The news release issued by the Provincial Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters.