Beijing Hit by Heaviest Rainfall , in 140 Years.<br />China's capital has been flooded with the <br />most rainfall since 1891, CNBC reports.<br />29.3 inches of rain were recorded <br />between July 29-Aug. 2.<br />At least 20 people are dead. .<br />At least 20 people are dead. .<br />The extreme rainfall was caused by <br />Typhoon Doksuri, which made landfall in Xiamen <br />and Quanzhou on July 31, CNBC reports.<br />Over 31,000 people were evacuated in Beijing.<br />Northern China and areas near the Yellow and Huaihe rivers were also pummeled by rain. .<br />President Xi Jinping called for <br />increased search and rescue efforts in <br />addition to disaster relief protocols. .<br />It is crucial to ensure medical treatment for the injured and provide aid and comfort to the families of the deceased, President Xi Jinping, via statement.<br />On Aug. 2, Beijing lifted its red alert <br />as "the water flow in major rivers has gone below the warning mark," CNBC reports. .<br />On Aug. 2, Beijing lifted its red alert <br />as "the water flow in major rivers has gone below the warning mark," CNBC reports.
