China News Service, August 1. According to a Reuters report on July 31, local time, torrential rains in eastern Kentucky have caused floods for several consecutive days, killing at least 28 people, including 4 children.
Heavy rains in Kentucky, the United States caused severe flooding in the east, and the picture shows the flooded villages and towns.
According to reports, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said on July 31 that authorities are working to provide food and shelter for thousands of displaced residents.
Officials have warned that the death toll is likely to continue to rise and that more rain may come in the future, which could hamper rescue efforts.
Beshear has declared a state of emergency in Kentucky.
U.S. President Biden announced on July 29 that the federal government would provide assistance due to "major disaster" flooding in Kentucky.