5 dead, 3 missing after seasonal floods hit village in eastern China

BEIJING (AP) — China’s state media says five people have died and three others are missing after floods caused by heavy rain hit the eastern part of the country. China National Radio said the massive floods swept through a village in Hangzhou city and engulfed many villagers’ houses on Saturday afternoon. CCTV added the rain later led to partial mountain collapse and mudslide, affecting multiple areas. Every year, seasonal flooding hits large parts of China, particularly in the semitropical south. However, some northern regions this year have reported the worst floods in 50 years. The torrents have been affecting different parts of the country this month and have caused casualties.