Global Extreme Weather: Building Collapses and Storm Damage in Russia and China

Extreme weather events across the globe caused significant damage in Russia and China. In Cheboksary, Russia, a portion of a building's parapet collapsed during a severe storm, damaging several vehicles in the courtyard below. "Parts of the brickwork of the parapet fell from the 17th (technical) floor of an apartment building built in 2019, which damaged vehicles located in the courtyard," stated the Regional Prosecutor's Office in Cheboksary. Meanwhile, in Yunnan Province, China, torrential rains led to the collapse of a residential building. While the exact cause is still under investigation, the video shows the dramatic moment the building succumbed to the floodwaters. The incident highlights the dangers of extreme weather and the importance of building safety regulations. Authorities in both countries are conducting thorough investigations into these incidents.