Torrential rains and landslides have killed at least 30 people in the Chinese capital, Beijing, and forced more than 80,000 people from their homes. Storms have also led to flooding in northern China in the provinces of Hebei, Jilin and Shandong.
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- Heavy rains triggered flash floods in Beijing suburbs, causing major destruction. 12s
- Firefighters evacuated nearly 50 elderly people from a flooded nursing home. 7s
- Rescue operations extended to Hebei province, where people were saved from submerged cars. 36s
- A year's worth of rain fell in a short period, leading to widespread flooding. 1m 3s
- Authorities issued the highest-level flood alert and urged people to stay indoors. 1m 18s