At least 30 people have been confirmed dead following severe rainstorms and flooding in Beijing, Chinese authorities have confirmed.
The capital has been hit by several heavy rainstorms in recent days, prompting thousands to evacuate rural areas and causing widespread damage in the region.
Officials said 21 people drowned, many in underground facilities which suddenly filled with water and some in overflowing rivers.
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