A mudslide caused by days of torrential rain related to Typhoon Saudel struck a village in Jiangxi province, eastern China, on Saturday [1, 2, 3]. Authorities reported at least two people were killed and 10 remain missing after the disaster [2, 3].
The exact location of the mudslide is reported differently. Some sources say it struck a village in Suichuan County, while others say it occurred in Ji'an city, both within Jiangxi province [2, 3]. One of the two deceased was found in a collapsed house in Mingkeng village, Gaoping town, during rescue operations on Sunday [2, 3].
Rescuers managed to pull two survivors from the debris; both were in good condition [2]. The mudslide followed heavy rains linked to Typhoon Saudel, which made multiple landfalls in eastern China starting August 28 in Zhejiang province and then again as a tropical storm in Fujian province around September 3 or 4 [2].
The heavy rains caused flooding and damage beyond Jiangxi. Neighboring Fujian province saw significant flooding, prompting the evacuation of around 600,000 residents to safer areas [2]. Authorities have warned of continued flood risks across the region and urged people to remain cautious [1, 2].
The rescue effort continues as teams search for the 10 missing people in the affected areas. The aftermath of Typhoon Saudel's rains remains a critical challenge for emergency responders in eastern China.
