At least 30 people have died in floods and landslides in India.

Heavy rains in northern India triggered floods and landslides, which killed more than 30 people. This was reported by the Reuters news agency on August 27.

"Heavy rains have caused floods and landslides in northern India, killing about 34 people," the publication says.

According to the agency, 30 people died as a result of a landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine, which is considered a famous pilgrimage route. In addition, three more people died as a result of the flooding of several rivers at once.

It is noted that in some areas in northern India, the authorities ordered the closure of schools. On August 27, rains are expected there again.

China Central Television (CCTV) reported on August 26 that Beijing authorities evacuated more than 50,000 people due to heavy rains. It was clarified that in five districts, including Mentougou, Fangshan, Changping, Huairou and Yanqing, emergency flood control measures of the first level were launched. 200,000 people are on duty in Beijing to respond to possible floods in a timely manner.

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