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Premier inspects flood control project, urges swift budget approval

Premier Cho Jung-tai inspected the Waile Drainage improvement project in Nantou County, emphasizing the urgent need for the Legislative Yuan to pass the central budget. He highlighted that NT$17 billion in reserve and disaster funds, crucial for local disaster response, cannot be accessed until the budget is approved, potentially leaving areas vulnerable to flooding without emergency funds.

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China Railway Harbin Bureau Group Conducts Flood Control Drills

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China Railway Harbin Bureau Group Conducts Flood Control Drills

China Railway Harbin Bureau Group is enhancing flood control measures ahead of the rainy season, deploying personnel, drones, and advanced monitoring systems to ensure railway safety and protect passenger lives and property.

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Beijing Strengthens Flood Control Preparations Amid Complex and Severe Forecast

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Beijing Strengthens Flood Control Preparations Amid Complex and Severe Forecast

Beijing is enhancing its flood control capabilities by upgrading meteorological stations, installing water level sensors, and improving information sharing systems. Officials warn of a complex and severe flood season due to extreme weather, urban flooding risks, and mountain torrent dangers.

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Beijing Issues 4 Appeals Amid Complex and Severe Flood Control Situation

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Beijing Issues 4 Appeals Amid Complex and Severe Flood Control Situation

Beijing faces a complex and severe flood control situation this year due to frequent extreme weather, urban flooding risks, mountain torrents, and large tourist/commuter flows. The Municipal Flood Control Office urges citizens to monitor warnings, enhance self-evacuation awareness, maintain flood control order, and participate in volunteer services.

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Philippine Senator Arrested for Plunder Over Flood Control Project Kickback

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Philippine Senator Arrested for Plunder Over Flood Control Project Kickback

Philippine Senator Estrada, 63, was arrested on a non-bailable plunder charge for allegedly pocketing over 570 million pesos (US$9.3 million) in kickbacks from a flood-control project. He denies the allegations and stated he would surrender to authorities.

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Philippine Senator Arrested for Plunder Over Flood Control Project Kickback

Philippine Senator Estrada, 63, was arrested on a non-bailable plunder charge for allegedly pocketing over 570 million pesos ($9.3 million) in kickbacks from a flood-control project. He denies the allegations and stated he would surrender to authorities.

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China's National Flood Control Headquarters and Ministry of Emergency Management Convene Meeting on Heavy Rainfall

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China's National Flood Control Headquarters and Ministry of Emergency Management Convene Meeting on Heavy Rainfall

China's National Flood Control Headquarters and Ministry of Emergency Management are holding consultations on heavy rainfall expected to affect multiple regions. The meeting focuses on flood prevention and disaster relief efforts in key areas like Chongqing, Hunan, Hubei, Henan, Jiangxi, Anhui, and Jiangsu.

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China's Ministry of Water Resources Deploys Flood Control Measures Amidst Forecasted Heavy Rainfall

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China's Ministry of Water Resources Deploys Flood Control Measures Amidst Forecasted Heavy Rainfall

China's Ministry of Water Resources has initiated flood control measures from May 24-27 due to anticipated heavy rainfall across multiple regions. The ministry is focusing on enhanced monitoring, timely warnings, and targeted safety protocols for reservoirs and river systems.

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China's National Flood Control Headquarters and Ministry of Emergency Management Deploy Flood Control Measures

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China's National Flood Control Headquarters and Ministry of Emergency Management Deploy Flood Control Measures

China's National Flood Control Headquarters and Ministry of Emergency Management are coordinating efforts to combat heavy rainfall from May 24-27. Emergency responses are active in multiple regions, with a focus on Chongqing, and preparedness measures are being implemented to mitigate risks of floods, landslides, and urban waterlogging.

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Chongqing Adjusts Flood Control Emergency Response Levels for Multiple Districts

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Chongqing Adjusts Flood Control Emergency Response Levels for Multiple Districts

Chongqing has raised its flood control emergency response level for Yongchuan District to Level I and for 29 other districts to Level II due to severe rainfall. The heavy downpour in Yongchuan caused 17 people to go missing and 3 deaths.

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Chongqing launches Level IV flood control emergency response for 14 districts

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Chongqing launches Level IV flood control emergency response for 14 districts

Chongqing has initiated a Level IV emergency response for flood control in 14 districts and counties due to continuous rainfall expected from May 23rd to 27th. Local rainfall may reach 220-240mm, with high risks of floods, mountain torrents, and urban waterlogging.

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China's National Flood Control Headquarters and Ministry of Emergency Management Deploy Flood Control Measures

China's National Flood Control Headquarters and Ministry of Emergency Management have initiated a Level IV emergency response for Hubei and Chongqing due to a new round of heavy rainfall expected from May 23-27. A working group has been dispatched to Hubei to assist with flood control efforts.

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China's Flood Control Headquarters Holds Joint Meeting on New Round of Heavy Rainfall

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China's Flood Control Headquarters Holds Joint Meeting on New Round of Heavy Rainfall

China's National Flood Control Headquarters, along with natural resources, water resources, and meteorology departments, convened a meeting to analyze a new wave of heavy rainfall expected to impact central and eastern provinces. Emphasis was placed on timely warnings, organized evacuations, and ensuring the safety of critical infrastructure and vulnerable populations.

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