Is it time for China to upgrade its drainage systems?
(chinadaily.com.cn) Updated: 2016-07-08 14:371626548377 (China)
Most drainage systems in China are adequate, the problem is that the systems are clogged-up with rubbish. Local governments can solve the problem by cleaning road downpipes before the rain season.
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A soldier carries a sandbag to reinforce the Dadao dyke of Baidang Lake in Tanggou Township of Zongyang county, East China's Anhui province, July 6, 2016. Over 260 soldiers were dispatched to reinforce the dyke.[Photo/Xinhua] |
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