Event Brief
South China flood death toll rises to 159
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 21, 2026 at 3:12 AM ET
Summary: The death toll from devastating floods in southern China in July has risen to 159, with ten people still missing, state broadcaster CCTV said on Aug 21. Earlier, state media reported 39 deaths in Guangxi, including 26 linked to a dam breach at Liulan Reservoir.
WHO: CCTV (state broadcaster)
WHAT: CCTV reported updated flood casualty figures: 159 deaths and 10 missing persons.
WHEN: Aug 21, 2026
WHERE: Guangxi, China
WHY: Heavy rainfall associated with Typhoon Maysak caused severe flooding in Guangxi.
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