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📍 Major Street Collapse in Wuhan: Causes and Consequences
Wuhan, China — August 5, 2024.

🇨🇳A significant street collapse in the Chinese city of Wuhan, which began on August 1, continues to pose serious concerns for residents and authorities. Experts speculate that prolonged heavy rains may have weakened the soil, potentially leading to the collapses. The street constructions were likely not designed to handle the excessive moisture-induced load.

‼️ According to later information provided by Wuhan Metro Group, the collapse occurred in the Shizhong area of Jiang'an District during the construction of a section of Wuhan's 12th Metro Line. On August 1, around 2:30 PM, a dangerous accumulation of water and sand was observed during construction, leading to the subsidence of the road surface.

🆘 This morning, on August 5, videos surfaced online showing the collapse of scaffolding on the exterior wall of the Renxinchen community in Huangpi District. Reports indicate that several people were trapped as a result of the collapse. Huangpi District Emergency Management personnel responded promptly to the incident and began working on mitigating the aftermath. The injured have been taken to the hospital for medical treatment.

⚠️ City authorities are continuing to investigate the causes of the incident and are taking measures to prevent further occurrences.
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🇨🇳 Severe floods affect Chengde, China

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🇨🇳 Severe Flooding Due to Torrential Rains in Tangshan, Hebei Province, China (August 12, 2024)⛈

💦On August 12, 2024, the city of Tangshan, located in Hebei Province, China, experienced severe flooding caused by extreme torrential rains.

🆘 The natural disaster struck the region, causing significant flooding that disrupted transportation and led to power outages. City authorities declared a state of emergency and mobilized rescue services to assist those affected.

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