Deadly Landslides Erode China's Climate Resilience The recent landslides in eastern China, which have claimed six lives and left nine missing, underscore the country's ongoing struggle with environmental vulnerabilities despite its growing economic might.
The devastating impact of Typhoon Saudel, which brought torrential rains to the region, has been exacerbated by years of human activity that altered landscapes and disrupted ecosystems.
The landslides in Mingkeng village, Jiangxi province, were particularly catastrophic, destroying homes and destabilizing roads.