Severe natural disasters in the first three quarters of 2023 have caused significant casualties and economic losses in China.
A Overview of the Disaster Losses
According to the latest data from the National Emergency Management Department, a total of 1,162 deaths or disappearances were reported in the first three quarters, with direct economic losses amounting to RMB 199.36 billion. Preliminary statistics indicate that 56.46 million people were affected, with 13,000 households' houses collapsing and 170,000 damaged houses.
Scope of Impact and Types of Disasters
The primary types of natural disasters were geological hazards, typhoons, floods, and wind-ice storms, affecting half a billion people. It is reported that a total of 56.46 million people were impacted, with 1,162 deaths or disappearances, and 5.049 million people were transferred for emergency assistance.