China warns of extensive flooding after heavy rains
Rescue workers evacuate residents stranded by floodwaters with a boat, following heavy rainfall in Huaiji county of Zhaoqing, Guangdong province, China on Jun 18, 2025. (Photo: Reuters/China Daily)
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Rescue workers evacuate residents stranded by floodwaters with a boat, following heavy rainfall in Huaiji county of Zhaoqing, Guangdong province, China on Jun 18, 2025. (Photo: Reuters/China Daily)
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