BEIJING, July 30 (Xinhua) -- China's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said Sunday that it has initiated a Level III emergency response for major natural disasters in agriculture, as typhoon-triggered heavy rainfall hits parts of North China, in areas between the Yellow River and the Huaihe River.
According to the requirements of emergency response, Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shanxi, Shandong, Henan and other provinces and cities are required to strengthen emergency response duties; closely monitor and evaluate the disaster situation; implement flood control and disaster relief measures; clear and dredge ditches in advance; check, repair and reinforce planting and breeding facilities; investigate potential safety hazards; and prepare emergency drainage machines and tools.
