China: Dozens Dead in Gansu Flash Floods The Shuangshimen Scenic Area in Gansu province has seen its share of tourists and trekkers, but on July 26, it witnessed a devastating flash flood that left at least 25 people dead and 23 others injured.
The tragedy occurred when heavy rainfall caused the valley to swell with water, sweeping away everything in its path.
The annual monsoon season has brought severe weather conditions to China's northern provinces, with heavy rainfall and landslides becoming increasingly common.