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“七下八上”已至！水利部详解防汛关键期应对举措
The critical period of rising and falling water levels has arrived! Ministry of Water Resources explains key flood control measures
Xinhua | Local Language | News | July 18, 2025 | Natural Disasters
China has entered the critical flood control period known as "Seven Down, Eight Up," spanning mid-July onwards, characterized by fluctuating water levels and increased flood risks. The Ministry of Water Resources forecasts regional and phased occurrences of both drought and flood, with heavier flooding expected in northern areas, including the middle Yellow River, Haihe River basin, and Songliao River basin. Additionally, 2 to 3 typhoons may make landfall, some potentially strong enough to impact northern regions, while certain areas in the Yangtze River basin and Xinjiang are likely to face drought conditions.
To manage flood risks, the Ministry has publicly identified 2,792 flood control responsible persons nationwide, covering major rivers, reservoirs, flood storage areas, and cities to ensure accountability and social oversight. Twenty-three provinces have established water and drought disaster prevention centers, and daily consultations are held to monitor situations and issue targeted early warnings. The Ministry acknowledges continuing challenges such as improving forecast accuracy and enhancing relocation efforts for at-risk populations.
Mountain flood disasters pose heightened risks during this period, prompting intensified monitoring, forecasting, and emergency early warning actions. There is also a focus on reducing disaster-related casualties among river workers and outdoor operators by implementing dual responsibility systems and conducting inspections of hazardous sites like rural homestays, scenic areas, and construction zones. Maintaining "important levees without breaches" is a key objective, supported by spatial coordinate mapping and plans to enable real-time dynamic monitoring of levee conditions through national information systems.
Reservoir safety remains a high priority, with reinforced risk mitigation efforts planned for 2,177 reservoirs in 2025. Special safety assessments will be conducted for reservoirs facing extraordinary hazards, and those identified as risky or damaged are set to operate empty during peak flood season. Inspections and rectifications of critical reservoir components will be intensified to prevent failures.
In response to drought risks during the flood season, water resources departments will optimize irrigation, promote water-saving agriculture, and ensure efficient water use. Ensuring rural drinking water safety under drought conditions includes conducting investigations into drinking water hardships, formulating targeted supply plans, and implementing precise measures to guarantee safe drinking water availability for affected populations.