As the nation’s flood season approaches, China’s Ministry of Water Resources urged officials on Monday to intensify measures to prevent disasters.
Areas affected
According to an official forecast, June precipitation in sections of northeast, east, south, and southwest China would be 10% to 20% more than usual, increasing the risk of flooding in some locations along the Yangtze River’s middle reaches and in the Pearl River basin.
The Yangtze and Pearl River basins have seen the most flooding. Rivers in eighteen provincial-level locations have surpassed warning criteria since the beginning of the flood season.
Preventive measures
Rainfall levels in parts of north China, northeast China, and the Yangtze River region have been more than twice as high as normal, putting extra strain on regional flood-prevention systems.
The ministry warned that the flood scenario might be “grim and complex,” and it urged for stronger early warnings and quick emergency reaction. It also stated that it will send work teams and specialists to the front lines to offer on-site guidance. According to the ministry, big reservoirs in high-risk river basins should fully serve their roles in flood management and disaster relief, even though patrols and inspections of significant levees must be reinforced.
The ministry added that it will continue to work closely with disaster management and meteorological authorities to enhance information sharing and support technical assistance.
Ample water reserves
Water reserves are still robust despite the increased risk of flooding. A total of 476.4 billion cubic meters of water were stored in the nation’s 9,677 major reservoirs as of June 1, which is about 10% more than the seasonal average.
As China gets ready for what is typically the most difficult time of year for heavy rains and flooding, officials say the large reservoir storage offers a strong basis for both flood control and water supply management in the coming months.
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