At a Ministry of Water Resources briefing, year-to-date accumulated
precipitation across China was 170 mm, about 5% above the seasonal norm. Major
rivers remain broadly stable, but 146 rivers in 18 provinces have exceeded
flood-warning levels since the flood season began — roughly 50% above the
five-year same-period average of 96, with most cases in small- and medium-sized
rivers. From June 1 China entered full flood season and the south has moved into
its main flood period. The ministry said it will intensify duty rostering, early
warning and flood response for small- and medium-sized rivers and ensure safety
of water infrastructure.
