# Tropical Storm Maysak flooding kills 39 in southern China

Heavy rain from Tropical Storm Maysak triggered widespread flooding in southern China, killing at least 39 people. The storm caused landslides and submerged homes, forcing thousands to evacuate. The disaster underscores the region's growing vulnerability to extreme weather linked to climate change.

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## Sources

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- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/9/flooding-from-tropical-storm-maysak-kills-39-in-southern-china?traffic_source=rss) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:11:37 +0000