Tragedy struck China's southwestern Sichuan province on Tuesday as landslides, triggered by torrential downpours and flash floods, claimed the lives of four people and left three others missing. The disaster unfolded in Miansi and Weizhou townships within Wenchuan county, prompting a large-scale evacuation of over 900 residents.

Over 400 rescue personnel were deployed to the affected areas in a desperate search for survivors. Sadly, four individuals, including a couple from Miansi township, were recovered deceased. Three others remain unaccounted for, and search efforts continue.

The image above depicts the devastation in Miansi Township following the landslide on June 27, 2023. The disaster forced the evacuation of hundreds and highlights the ongoing challenges posed by extreme weather events.

This region is tragically familiar with natural disasters. Wenchuan county was the epicenter of a catastrophic earthquake in 2008, which resulted in a staggering loss of life, with official figures exceeding 69,000.

This recent catastrophe comes amidst a period of extreme weather across China, with the south grappling with intense rainfall while northern regions, including Beijing, endure record-high temperatures.