Heavy rains in northern China have resulted in five fatalities, with two villagers perishing in a mountain flash flood in Inner Mongolia. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Maysak has caused significant damage in southern China and Vietnam, toppling trees and submerging vehicles, according to state media reports.
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