Dozens killed in Beijing by days of heavy rain

Torrential rains had led to at least 30 deaths in Beijing as of July 28, 2025, according to Chinese state media. The nation’s leaders have called for all-out disaster relief efforts after “heavy casualties” were reported in the capital and other parts of the country. Videos of flooding, landslides and rescue efforts have been circulating on social media. Beijing issued the highest-level flood alert for the entire city after six suburban districts were placed under a red alert.