Over 599,000 Evacuated Due to Torrential Rain in East China

Beijing, China | September 05, 2026 – Local authorities in China's Fujian Province have evacuated more than 599,000 people as torrential rains continued to lash the eastern province for several consecutive days.

Emergency Response Escalated Amid Flooding

The provincial Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters said 599,300 residents had been evacuated from vulnerable coastal and inland areas across the province. Authorities activated a Level III emergency response for flood control — the third-highest level — while maintaining a Level IV emergency response for typhoon prevention.

Funds Allocated for Emergency Relief

Several departments in Fujian Province have urgently allocated 210 million yuan (approximately USD 31 million) to support emergency rescue operations, disaster relief, and post-disaster recovery efforts in the worst-affected areas.

Typhoon Saudel's Third Landfall Triggers Mass Evacuations

Typhoon Saudel, the 18th typhoon of 2026, made its third landfall in Zhangpu County under the jurisdiction of Zhangzhou City in Fujian Province last Thursday, prompting the evacuation of tens of thousands of residents amid warnings of strong winds and heavy rainfall.

Neighboring Jiangxi Province Also Affected

The typhoon also impacted 128,500 residents across 53 counties in neighboring Jiangxi Province, forcing roughly 8,700 people to evacuate urgently. Jiangxi authorities activated a Level IV emergency response for flood control on Friday.

Source: QNA