China: Rail disruptions due to rain in Sichuan June 26

Event

Rail operations in Sichuan province were significantly disrupted due to heavy rainfall as of the afternoon (local time) of Tuesday, June 26. At least 17 trains have been delayed or canceled. One section of the Baoji-Chengdu line has been closed due to high water levels.

Additionally, heavy rains caused major damage and at least three casualties in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on Sunday, June 24.

Context

Yellow alerts for rainstorms were issued for most of the country on Monday, June 25. The system goes from blue, yellow, orange, to red.

Advice

Individuals present in the affected areas are advised to monitor the situation and prepare for rail disruptions in the coming hours and days.