Watch: Firefighters rescue girl trapped in drain for seven hours
A traumatic incident in China 's Guizhou province has underscored the danger and devastating impact of severe flooding.
A video, which has gone viral on social media, shows the dramatic moment firefighters rescued a young girl trapped in a drain after heavy floods caused by intense rains. Officials say the girl was trapped for seven long hours before being rescued unharmed. It comes as officials have ordered 80,000 people to evacuate the province as rains continue to trigger severe flooding.
Officials say the girl was trapped for seven long hours
Footage captured by phone cameras shows a firefighter jumping into action to save the young girl. The heart-stopping video shows the rescuer carefully descending into the drain and cradling the girl to safety amid cries of relief from onlookers. The dramatic scene plays out against the backdrop of rushing water surrounding the drain, giving a sense of the powerful forces at play during the heavy floods.
Intense flooding hits China's Guizhou province
The video serves as a powerful reminder of the devastating impact of climate change, as extreme weather events become more frequent and intense. The incident is a reminder of the importance of preparedness and rapid response in times of crisis.
