16 killed as dam collapses in China

A dam on a rain-swollen reservoir collapsed in China’s south-west, inundating dozens of houses and killing 16 villagers.

Fri, 22 Jul, 2005 - 14:37

A dam on a rain-swollen reservoir collapsed in China’s south-west, inundating dozens of houses and killing 16 villagers.

Twenty-three people were also injured following the incident Thursday evening in Xiaocaoba, a town in mountainous Yunnan province, the Xinhua News Agency said

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

185 years of the Irish Examiner

185th
Anniversary Offer

Six months of digital access for €18.50

No obligation. Ts&Cs apply.

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Ranulph Fiennes’ stepson appeals for funds to ‘locate and safeguard’ the explorer Ranulph Fiennes’ stepson appeals for funds to ‘locate and safeguard’ the explorer
Cornell University Cancels Friday Classes After Student Federally Charged With Making Antisemitic Threats Investigation of alleged gang-rape at Cornell University fraternity house reopened
View of Tooro Kingdom Palace in Fort Portal, Uganda TV journalist set to be crowned king of traditional monarchy in Uganda
CourtsHeathrowPlace: ChinaPlace: XiaocaobaPlace: Yunnan provincePerson: Guo YouquanOrganisation: Xinhua News AgencyOrganisation: Xinhua
Patriot Platform founder Daniel Thomas, known as Danny Tommo speaking to Reform UK home affairs spokesman Zia Yusuf in Portsmouth following a protest (Pol Allingham/PA)

Danny Tommo in custody ahead of trial next year accused of slashing Channel boat

READ NOW

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited