Relief underway to deal with floods

China has organized emergency rescue teams involving almost 1.5 million people and prepared more than 600 million yuan ($86.8 million) worth of supplies as it combats major floods that are threatening to hit a wider region this week, according to the national flood control authority.

"Generally, flood control and relief work is facing a complicated and grim situation this rainy season. It's an arduous task to ensure safety all through the season," said Ye Jianchun, secretary-general of the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters, during a news conference organized by the State Council Information Office on Tuesday.

Weather conditions this rainy season have been generally unfavorable, Ye said.