Searchers in southeastern China have discovered an additional body, bringing the total death toll to 16 in landslides triggered by days of heavy rainfall. The landslides occurred in Jiangxi province.
Rescuers were observed conducting operations at a landslide site in Suichuan County of Ji'an City, an area affected by the heavy rains associated with tropical cyclone Saudel. The intense weather system brought significant precipitation, leading to the devastating mudslides.
The incidents highlight the vulnerability of regions to extreme weather events, particularly in mountainous or landslide-prone areas. The ongoing rescue and recovery efforts aim to locate any remaining missing individuals and assess the full extent of the damage caused by the natural disaster.