Doksuri's aftermath and Typhoon Khanun's threat ravage China's provinces
Beijing Daxing International Airport turned into a lake
The Beijing Daxing International Airport, renowned for its massive main building covering 700,000 square meters (7.5 million square feet), holds the title of the world's largest airport terminal within the world's largest airport. However, it faced a setback and cancelled all flights due to floods in Beijing, transforming it into a waterlogged reservoir.
Beijing authorities rescue people trapped in waters
On Tuesday (August 1), Beijing authorities took swift action by deploying firefighters and emergency personnel to rescue residents who were stranded in floodwaters in the western suburbs of Beijing that have turned into waterways.
Doksuri causes chaos on roads
Videos from state media depict numerous roads submerged, and in the Mentougou district, fast-moving torrents are seen pulling half-submerged vehicles.
Cars being swept away by water in Beijing
On Tuesday, multiple subway lines in the capital, along with trains in the western suburbs, were halted. The Mentougou district in western Beijing experienced severe destruction the day before, as heavy rains transformed roads into canals, causing cars to be washed away. In a span of three days, Beijing received an average rainfall of 260mm (10.2 inches), with the Changping Wangjiayuan Reservoir recording the highest measurement at 738.3mm (29 inches).
Mud and waterlogging worsen options for commute
The Mentougou district witnessed vehicles partially submerged in muddy waters, and residents were observed navigating through deep mud while carrying drinking water and essential supplies using a shopping cart. City workers and excavators were actively involved in clearing the mud and addressing the damages. Meanwhile, the Beijing observatory maintained the highest warning level, a red alert, for heavy rainfall on Tuesday. Additionally, the Beijing Hydrology Station heightened its flood warning, anticipating more rain.
Death toll increases to 11 this morning, another Typhoon expected
Tragically, the death toll increased to 11 on Tuesday morning, with an additional 27 people reported missing, as reported by Beijing Daily. As Doksuri reaches its conclusion, weather experts predict that Typhoon Khanun might make its way into the East China Sea by Wednesday morning. There is a possibility that the densely populated Zhejiang province in China could be affected, potentially causing additional harm to corn and other crops, which have already suffered from the effects of Doksuri.
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