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Event Overview
On June 28, 2025, Rongjiang County in Guizhou Province upgraded its flood emergency response to Level I due to severe flooding forecasts. The Duliu River was expected to peak at 253.50 meters, 2.0 meters above the safe level, with a flow rate of 8,360 cubic meters per second. Residents were urgently advised to evacuate, with designated routes and high-ground locations provided. A red rainstorm warning was also issued, with rainfall exceeding 150 millimeters in three hours.
Event Timeline
Guizhou Rongjiang Sounds Citywide Alarm: Level I Flood Emergency Response and Full Evacuation Issued
On June 28, 2025, the Guizhou Province Rongjiang County Flood Control and Drought Relief Command Office announced that the flood emergency response level would be elevated from Level II to Level I. This decision was made due to serious flood conditions predicted for the region. Specifically, it was forecasted that the water level at the Duliu River hydrology station would reach a peak of 253.50 meters by approximately 5 PM, an increase of 2.0 meters over the guaranteed water level of 251.50 meters, with corresponding peak flow estimated at 8,360 cubic meters per second. The emergency response change took effect at 12:30 PM on the same day. The local government advised residents to evacuate without delay, announcing specific evacuation routes for seven flood districts to ensure public safety. Each district had recommended high ground locations for people to retreat to, emphasizing that individuals should not remain in their homes. In addition, a red rainstorm warning was issued early that morning, with expected rainfall surpassing 150 millimeters within three hours in several towns, intensifying the urgency of the response. From 6 AM to 6 AM on the 28th, widespread heavy to torrential rainfall was observed across Guizhou, impacting multiple counties, with record rainfall of 199.4 millimeters reported. The immediate consequences of this emergency declaration include heightened public awareness and mobilization for evacuation, as local authorities work to prevent potential casualties and damage as the situation evolves into a critical phase with ongoing severe weather warnings.