Official says facility was not evacuated because it was considered to be in a safe zone.

30 people have died in Beijing due to heavy rains and flooding, prompting evacuations and emergency response efforts.

Local officials admit "loopholes in emergency planning" and say the incident is a painful lesson that serves as "a wake-up call".

Official says facility was not evacuated because it was considered to be in a safe zone.

Death toll in Beijing rises to 44, with nine missing, while several provinces report casualties and damage from severe downpours.

Official says ‘contingency plan had flaws’ as torrential rains, floods kill disabled seniors near Beijing.