Dam Breach Forces Evacuation 5700 Residents Relocated from China's Second-Largest Freshwater Lake

State media footage captured the alarming scene as floodwaters breached a dike, sending a powerful surge through southern China's second-largest freshwater lake area. The breach, which occurred in Hunan province, prompted the urgent relocation of approximately 5,700 residents. This incident followed heavy rainfall earlier in the week that caused the Miluo River in Pingjiang county to swell to its highest levels in 70 years.

Chinese authorities swiftly mobilized a massive response effort, deploying more than 2,300 rescue personnel to reinforce flood defences and mitigate further risks. The breach spanned a significant 226-meter stretch of the dike, highlighting the scale of the challenge faced by rescue teams in containing the floodwaters.

Footage from state media depicted the chaotic aftermath, with water surging past overturned lorries and inundating houses in its path. The emergency response in Hunan escalated to the highest level, with local authorities coordinating rescue operations amid waterlogged towns. Boats became essential for navigating through streets transformed into waterways, rescuing stranded residents and providing essential assistance.

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In addition to the immediate impact in Hunan, concerns extended to Poyang Lake in Jiangxi province, where authorities closely monitored water levels in anticipation of potential further flooding. The situation underscored the ongoing vulnerability to extreme weather events in the region, prompting heightened vigilance and response measures to safeguard communities against the effects of severe flooding.

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