Natures fury ravages China, Russia; over 1,100 dead

Nature unleashed its fury both in China and Russia as he death toll from China mudslide has risen to over 1,000 while Russian wildfire affected around 270 hectares land area. In China, fresh mudslides have blocked a road being used to bring in supplies as well as blocking the Bailong River, forcing the water level to rise by 3m (10ft). Hundreds more are still missing, with hopes of finding survivors fading. Emergency shelters have been flooded. Forecasters predict heavier downpours for the next two days. As much as 90mm (3.5in) of rain was forecast for Friday, the National Meteorological Centre reported. The number of confirmed dead stands at 1,117, with more than 600 missing. As per sources, the ravaging fire put Russias only atomic research centre at risk, which the authorities are making efforts to save.