The Consulate General of Ukraine in Shanghai has warned Ukrainian citizens of large-scale flooding in Fujian Province in southeastern China, caused by heavy downpours resulting from Typhoon Saudel.
According to the diplomatic mission, intense rainfall has led to flooding in the region. Ukrainians staying in Fujian Province are advised to continuously monitor announcements from local authorities and weather forecasts and to avoid flooded areas, riverbanks and mountainous terrain.
The Consulate also urges people not to attempt to cross flooded roads and to comply with the instructions of local authorities if an evacuation is announced.
In China, the number for calling the police is 110, emergency medical services — 120, and the fire and rescue service — 119.
Ukrainian citizens who find themselves in an emergency due to the natural disaster are asked to contact the hotline of the Consulate General of Ukraine in Shanghai at +86 138 1631 8830.
Fujian is located on the coast of the Taiwan Strait and is regularly affected by tropical cyclones and typhoons, which can cause heavy rainfall, flooding and landslides during the summer-autumn season.
Original source: Consulate General of Ukraine in Shanghai
CHINA, Flooding, FUJIAN, TYPHOON, UKRAINE
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