Extreme Flooding Became More Intense in Eastern China Due to Climate Change Effects in 2020

Eastern China has suffered from extreme flooding and heat in 2020, according to the latest reports.

Climate change devastates wildlife and biodiversity, worsened by human activities. It can intensify severe storms, bringing more flooding and heavy rains. It can also cause prolonged drought due to a lack of rainfall.

The frequent extreme weather can make it more challenging for cities to prepare and develop climate mitigation plans.

In Eastern China, a recent report raised concerns about the effects of human-made global warming on the region. The research findings were published in the Science Advances journal.

Extreme Flooding Became More Intense

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Recent flooding in China. Climate change causes extreme flooding and hotter temperatures in Eastern China, making it more difficult for communities to prepare.The growing concerns of extreme weather affect the harvest and cause alarming disaster deaths in Eastern China. The researchers emphasized the effective disaster response system to counter the effects of climate change. Staying updated with flooding advisories and forecasts is helpful for communities to immediately evacuate.

Researchers discovered the devastating extreme weather in Eastern China, affecting parts of the Yangtze River (MLRYR) in 2020. The report showed the shift from extreme heat to flooding in the region, causing massive economic and agricultural impacts.

The growing concerns of extreme weather affect the harvest and cause alarming disaster deaths in Eastern China. The researchers emphasized the effective disaster response system to counter the effects of climate change.

In summer, they discovered increased rain in the Yangtze River. The monsoon caused life-threatening flooding in the region, resulting in 100 casualties and devasting economic losses.

Researchers also warned of prolonged impacts of extreme flooding and precipitation, requiring Eastern China to develop protection plans against the said hazards.

Furthermore, climate change can bring hotter and drier conditions. The extreme heat can cause heat-related health concerns, and cost more resources for communities.

The extreme heat can also allow dry vegetation due to lack of rainfall. With relative low humidity and strong winds, it will be favorable for raging wildfires.

Meanwhile, severe to exceptional drought is also a problem for farmers and crops. The frequent heat and dry vegetation can cause prolonged drought, affecting the water security of people and animals.

Understanding the weather is essential to help communities. The commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will also mitigate the effects of extreme weather.

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Community Preparation Against Extreme Weather

Communities in Eastern China should also prepare for the frequent shift of extreme weather, from drought to flooding. Heavy flooding can become deadly, especially in flood-prone areas.

Staying updated with flooding advisories and forecasts is helpful for communities to immediately evacuate. In addition, keeping survival kits is essential during emergencies.