Beijing Hit by Heaviest Rainfall , in 140 Years.
China's capital has been flooded with the most rainfall since 1891, CNBC reports.
29.3 inches of rain were recorded between July 29-Aug.
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At least 20 people are dead.
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At least 20 people are dead.
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The extreme rainfall was caused by Typhoon Doksuri, which made landfall in Xiamen and Quanzhou on July 31, CNBC reports.
Over 31,000 people were evacuated in Beijing.
Northern China and areas near the Yellow and Huaihe rivers were also pummeled by rain.
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President Xi Jinping called for increased search and rescue efforts in addition to disaster relief protocols.
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It is crucial to ensure medical treatment for the injured and provide aid and comfort to the families of the deceased, President Xi Jinping, via statement.
On Aug.
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On Aug.
2, Beijing lifted its red alert as "the water flow in major rivers has gone below the warning mark," CNBC reports.
