130 killed, losses worth $5.7 bn in China floods
Flooding across parts of China over the previous week has killed over 130 people, damaged around 2 million hectares of crops and led to losses worth $5.7 billion. Weather forecasts predict more downpours during China’s flood season. Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has met residents of Anhui, one of the worst hit provinces, and encouraged officials to protect lives and livelihoods.\n