00:01A flash flood caused by heavy rain struck a tourist site in northwestern China on Sunday, killing 10 people and
00:09injuring 23, according to reports on state-run broadcasters.
00:14A mountain torrent triggered by short-term heavy rainfall trapped some campers at the location in Genshu province, state broadcaster
00:23CCTV said.
00:24An earlier report by CCTV identified the location of a flash flood as the Shuang Ximen Scenic Area in the
00:32rugged, mountainous stretches of southern Genshu roughly 1,200 km southwest of the capital Beijing.
00:41Shuang Ximen is known for its natural stone arches, alpine meadows and mountain streams. It is a popular summer camping
00:49spot.
00:49The injured have been sent to the hospital for treatment and another 174 people have been rescued, CCTV said, citing
00:58local officials.
01:02Shuang Ximen is the first time, a
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