Heavy rain drenches Chinese capital

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A yellow alert, the second highest level in Beijing's warning system for rainstorms, was issued on Tuesday morning.

Downtown areas saw an average of 100 millimeters of rain as waters rose to two meters on some low-lying streets, disrupting traffic and leaving vehicles stranded.

A scene from Beijing's Central Business District /VCG Photo

Emergency vehicles, as well as pumping stations, all worked together to reopen affected roads.

Meanwhile, rescuers teamed up to save a woman who was trapped in floodwaters for nearly two hours in Huairou District, after her broken-down car was submerged. She was brought to safety and is said to be in a stable condition.

The rain also led to 16 roads caving in, with Huairou and Miyun the worst affected.

A man rides on a waterlogged road in Beijing on July 16, 2018. /Xinhua Photo

Over 800 rescuers and more than 200 heavy-duty machines were deployed as part of the rescue operations undertaken by the city's transport administration.

Forecasters say the rainfall in Beijing will continue until Wednesday.

Authorities are warning against flooding, mountain torrents and geological mishaps.