Chinese Premier On Anti-Flood, Economic Work
Premier Zhu Rongji has urged local officials to prepare for possible flooding and to redouble efforts to secure the Yangtze River embankments.
Chinese Premier Calls for Redoubled Flood-Fighting Efforts on Yangtze River
Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji urged people along the Yangtze River to maintain high vigilance and make careful inspections of the river embankments to ensure the safety of major cities and people's lives, during his visit to Hunan Province from July 23 to 25.
Water Rise Slowing on Yangtze's Lower Reaches
The rise of the water level on the lower reaches of the Yangtze River has slowed on July 22, but due to a prolonged rush of flood waters the banks and levees are facing more problems.
Red Cross Preparing Disaster Relief in China
The Chinese Red Cross Society ( CRCS) has begun its disaster relief work in flood-stricken areas along the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River.
