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Flash Flood in Northwest China Tourist Spot Claims 10 Lives, 23 Injured
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 27 Jul 2026, 03:05 AM
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A sudden flash flood at a popular tourist site in northwest China has killed 10 people and injured 23, authorities say.
A sudden flash flood struck a popular tourist site in northwest China on Thursday, causing significant casualties. The rapid rise in water levels overwhelmed the area, trapping visitors and preventing timely evacuation. Local authorities and rescue teams responded quickly, but the disaster claimed 10 lives and left 23 people injured. The incident has raised concerns about safety measures at tourist destinations in the region and prompted calls for better flood preparedness.