Beijing issues warning of geological disasters after intense rainfall


BEIJING (Reuters) -Beijing has issued a warning for potential geological disasters, including landslides and mudslides, across 10 of the city's 16 districts, the capital's meteorological agency said on Saturday.

The alert comes after intense rainfall on Friday, with city authorities also warning of flash floods in mountainous areas on Saturday.

(Reporting by Liz Lee and Beijing newsroom; Editing by Jacqueline Wong)

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In World

U.S. stocks rebound as oil prices retreat, tech sector rallies
BiH issues more work permits to foreign workers amid labor shortage
Azerbaijan sentences French national to 10 years for espionage
Feature: Free meals provide lifeline for Yemen's vulnerable in Sanaa amid economic hardship
News Analysis: Rising energy prices highlight need for greater gov't support in Britain
1st LD Writethru: Drone strike causes fire at oil field in Abu Dhabi
U.S. stocks close higher
Pakistan strikes hit drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, Taliban says
Crude futures settle lower
Interview: China's new five-year plan underscores innovation-led quality growth: scholar

Others Also Read