# Jiangxi Province landslide and flooding crisis

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jiangxi-province-landslide-and-flooding-crisis
> Updated: 2026-09-10T02:38:12.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 3.

Heavy rainfall and extreme weather associated with Typhoon Saudel (also referred to as Shadel or Saede) have triggered severe mudslides and landslides across Jiangxi Province, China.

In Suichuan County, a severe landslide struck Mingkeng Village in Gaoping Town during the early morning of September 5. The disaster resulted in 13 fatalities and caused significant damage to residential structures, with 12 houses affected and eight completely destroyed. This incident occurred in an area previously classified as a low-risk zone due to stable terrain and dense vegetation. Experts noted that extreme rainfall exceeding 600mm over six days created a chain-reaction pattern where mountain collapses triggered valley mudflows.

The torrential rains have affected approximately 161,500 residents across the province. Rescue operations face significant challenges as destroyed roads, along with disruptions to electricity, water, and communication networks, hinder access to the most impacted areas. In response to the devastation, authorities have evacuated over 15,000 people in the Suichuan district, providing them with food, water, and medical supplies. Emergency response teams have utilized life detection equipment to conduct search and rescue operations.

In response to the escalating crisis, the Ministry of Natural Resources upgraded the geological disaster response level for the province from Level-IV to Level-III. Additionally, the National Development and Reform Commission has allocated 20 million yuan (approximately $2.95 million) for natural disaster relief efforts.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-10: Suichuan County landslide kills 13 after heavy rainfall

A landslide in Suichuan County, Jiangxi, caused by Typhoon Saede rainfall, has killed 13 people and destroyed multiple homes in a previously designated low-risk area.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/suichuan-county-landslide-kills-13-after-heavy-rainfall

### 2026-09-08: Jiangxi mudslides kill 12 and leave one missing in China

Mudslides and landslides in Jiangxi, China, have killed at least 12 people and left one missing. Over 15,000 residents have been evacuated following torrential rains from Typhoon Saudel.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jiangxi-province-mudslides-kill-12-and-force-15000-evacuations

### 2026-09-05: Jiangxi mudslides leave one dead and 11 missing

A mudslide in Jiangxi Province, China, caused by Typhoon Shadel, has left one person dead and 11 missing after destroying homes and causing widespread flooding and infrastructure damage.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jiangxi-mudslides-leave-one-dead-and-11-missing

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