In brief
An unexpected tornado struck the Chinese cities of Ezhou and Huanggang, resulting in at least 11 fatalities and hundreds of injuries. The violent storm swept the region, causing widespread structural damage and chaos. Witnesses reported airborne debris and flying glass before the storm subsided. The event marks the first serious tornado in the area since 2021, prompting a swift rescue and relief effort.
At least 11 people have lost their lives after a rare tornado struck the cities of Ezhou and Huanggang in China's Hubei province. State media reported that the violent storm swept through the region, leaving thousands of buildings damaged and over 300 residents injured.
According to videos that circulated online, residents witnessed glass shards and debris levitating in the sky, as one student told BBC that he expected a normal thunderstorm until he saw objects “flying through the air outside” the dormitory window.
The tornado was a surprise for a region that had not seen such a violent storm since 2021. Local authorities are conducting rescue operations and providing relief amid the damage.
For a live view, watch the following video captured from the affected cities:
