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The History of China's Red Rain Alerts

中国暴雨红色预警历史回顾

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On June 24, 2024, China's meteorological authority issued its first red alert of the year for torrential rain. The alert covered multiple regions, warning of floods and landslides. The downpours caused flooding in cities like Chongqing and forced thousands to evacuate. This red alert signals the highest level of danger. But when was the last time such a warning was issued? Understanding its history helps us grasp why this matters.

China's warning system uses four colors: blue, yellow, orange, and red. Red is the most severe. It means that very heavy rain is expected and could cause major disasters. A red alert triggers emergency responses and public safety measures. The system was established in 2007, but red alerts for rain are rare. They are only used in extreme situations.

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