Beijing to Add Water Collection Sites to Ease Flooding

Urban planners look to minimize future flooding in the capital by adding 73 more floodwater collection sites.

by Justine Lopez, 28 July 2016

Forbidden City's Drainage System Withstands Heavy Rains

While much of Beijing was under water during last week's storms, the Forbidden City's 600 year-old drainage system proved it still works.

by Justine Lopez, 25 July 2016

Heavy Rains Severely Impact Beijing's Transportation

Heavy rains in Beijing earlier this week caused mass cancellation of planes, buses and trains.

by Justine Lopez, 21 July 2016

WATCH: Heavy Rain Wreaks Havoc on Beijing

Heavy rains are expected to continue pounding the capital through Thursday.

by Justine Lopez, 20 July 2016

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