In recent days, several parts of China have been hit by "record" torrential rains that have forced schools and workplaces to close, according to state media.
Nearly 24,000 people have been forced to evacuate in the affected provinces of Hunan, Guizhou and Hubei, according to AFP.
More rain is expected in the coming days, according to weather forecasts. Natural disasters and extreme weather are common in China, especially during the summer.
