A report on the situation detailed that the victims lost their lives between Monday and Wednesday, despite the emergency efforts undertaken to minimize human and material losses in the midst of storms, floods, landslides and mountain torrents.

Chongqing remains in a state of alert due to the vulnerability of 24 districts and the flooding of more than 80 rivers in its territory.

Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered to prioritize the lives of the population and to take the necessary measures to protect property as much as possible.

In this sense, he demanded better coordination and consultation between the different State departments involved in the prevention and management of natural phenomena contingencies.

Apart from Chongqing, the provinces of Shaanxi and Sichuan also have a complicated situation due to the persistence of heavy rains, with considerable damage to social life, infrastructure and crops.

Reports indicate that communities are still isolated, thousands of people have been evacuated and areas have been completely flooded.

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