Chapter 277 World-Class Flood
On August 5, 1975, due to the influence of Typhoon Lena, continuous rainfall caused the water level of the Yu River to continue to rise, eventually leading to a major flood and causing the Heshi Reservoir to collapse.
One after another, 60 reservoirs in southern Henan Province collapsed and burst, causing the most devastating dam-break flood in human history.
More than 30 counties and cities were affected, more than 250,000 people died, more than 10 million people were affected, more than 5 million houses collapsed, nearly 20 million mu of fertile land was flooded, 300,000 farm animals were washed away, and 102 kilometers of the Beijing-Guangzhou railway that runs through China from north to south were destroyed...
Communications and transportation lines throughout the province were disrupted, making rescue operations even more difficult.
The disaster occurred before Chu Mingzhou arrived in Henan Province. He could not get there, so he had to drive back to the Northwest Military Region as soon as possible and became one of the first Northwest Army soldiers to rescue Henan Province.
Commander Zheng, Commander Xu and others had advised him that the disaster in Henan Province was too severe and that rushing there might not be effective. He must have a comprehensive plan before taking action.
Chu Mingzhou volunteered to be the vanguard and signed a life-or-death agreement. His reason was simple: "My compatriots are being killed, and there is no time to lose!"
And guarantee that preliminary rescue rules can be given in one night.
Commander Zheng and others were helpless and had to allocate supplies and organize teams overnight to cooperate with his rescue.
Everyone knew what was going on. He was talking about his compatriots, but in fact, he was thinking about Lin Anan.
Fortunately, Chu Mingzhou is reliable and will do his best to complete any task assigned to him.
Even if you have some thoughts at this moment, it is human nature, so just turn a blind eye.
Soon, the Northwest Army's rescue team was assembled. A rescue army composed of elite soldiers, medical personnel and engineers, carrying a large amount of relief supplies, marched towards Henan Province in a mighty manner.
Chu Mingzhou sat in the leading car with a dark look in his eyes. He had only one belief in his heart: to reach Henan Province as soon as possible, find Lin Anan, and rescue the people affected by the disaster.
The top of Yaosanao Mountain was built into a simple temporary rescue camp.
Due to special circumstances, the comrades in the secret base no longer hid their identities.
Upon learning that the troops were there, the villagers gathered around for help. They used their existing resources to form a circle around the wooden house and waited for rescue.
Although the flood has receded temporarily, what is left behind is devastation.
Everyone was trapped on the top of the mountain, and all they could see every day was endless floods...
Fortunately, food was not in short supply. Many villagers had stored grain at home. In the current situation, they did not hold back and took out all the grain for emergency use. Everyone barely made ends meet by relying on these stored grains.
However, as more and more injured and sick people were rescued, Gu Yan was extremely busy and there was an urgent shortage of medicines.
Lin Anan was already in good health, but still a little weak. She had lost a lot of weight and looked even sicker, as if she would break if touched.
But everyone took good care of her, especially Gu Yan and Captain Ke, who protected her very well.
Lin Anan stood up and walked to Gu Yan's side. Looking at the injured villagers and soldiers, she felt sorry for them. "Brother Yan, is there anything I can do to help?"
Gu Yan raised his head, looking tired, "You are not fully recovered yet, go and rest."
The way I address Gu Yan was changed last week.
When Lin Anan opened her eyes and saw Gu Yan, her body instinctively cried for a long time.
He almost risked his life to save her... and her child, and didn't dare to close his eyes for a moment.
Lin Anan was also deeply touched, especially after she knew she was pregnant, she was even more grateful to Gu Yan.
She insisted on calling him brother.
Gu Yan originally disagreed, but as she kept shouting, it became natural for her to do so.
The relationship between the two seemed to have become much closer, and it seemed as if an unspoken understanding had been formed.
Lin Anan felt that the original owner had a good eye for choosing men. At the very least, Gu Yan's character and upbringing were very impressive. He knew when to relax and work hard, was self-disciplined and polite, and even when the two of them were getting along, he would never overstep the line.
He is a good person.
Unfortunately...she is not the original owner.
But she was willing to be friends with him sincerely and treat him as a brother and a relative.
The flood came suddenly, and the documents at the secret station were severely damaged. Everyone was trying desperately to make amends.
Lin Anan is very professional. She can recall at least 70% to 80% of the files she has come into contact with. With the cooperation of Bai Xiufang and others, she confirmed and restored them one by one, which played a very important role.
After being trapped for eighteen days, no one gave up.
Finally, the receiver got a signal again.
It was very weak, but fortunately the distress signal was sent!
Everyone was happy, at least they saw hope.
When the main base received the distress signal from Yaosanao, Chu Mingzhou and others also received the news first!
He responded almost immediately, "I will lead the rescue team to Yaosan'ao."
Major Zhao and others didn't dare to let him take risks in such a dangerous place, so they naturally tried to dissuade him.
Hu Li, in particular, tried his best to stop them. "That place is very close to the Heshi Dam, and the terrain is quite steep. I guess there are not many people left alive. It's not the best place for rescue..."
Chu Mingzhou's tone left no room for doubt, "My lover is still there, I have to go."
Major Zhao and his companions had no choice but to agree, "Okay, but you must pay attention to safety. The situation over there is complicated. Although the flood has receded a little, aftershocks and landslides may occur at any time."
Chu Mingzhou turned around and strode away, quickly organizing a small elite team, carrying sufficient medicines, food and rescue tools, and rushed towards Yaosanao.
But the reality is more difficult than he thought!
The rescue team led by Chu Mingzhou encountered many obstacles along the way. The road ahead was destroyed by the flood and was full of potholes, making it impossible for cars to pass.
Chu Mingzhou decisively ordered: "Everyone get off the car, clear the mountain road, and make sure to open the passage as soon as possible!"
The soldiers responded in unison, picked up shovels, spades and other tools, and quickly engaged in intensive work.
They filled the potholes one shovel at a time and moved the huge rocks that were blocking the road. They didn't know whether it was sweat or rain on their bodies. The blisters on their palms kept bursting and forming, but no one complained of being tired or asked to stop.
Chu Mingzhou was the first to lead the way. He wielded the shovel with swift and powerful movements. There was still a hint of anxiety in his eyes. He just wanted to go faster and faster... An An must be waiting for me.
During the five days, everyone was on the verge of life and death several times, but fortunately they all survived.
By the time he actually stepped onto the top of Yaosan'ao Mountain, he no longer looked like a human being. There was mud and blood stains on his body, and there was not a single good spot on it.
"A team is coming! They look like ours!"
Lin Anan seemed to have sensed something, her heart trembled, and she stood up suddenly.
"Sister-in-law, what's wrong?"
She had no time to respond to Bai Xiufang and stumbled out of the cabin.
In the distance, she saw a rescue team walking towards this side, and the figure leading the team made her eyes red instantly.
"Chu Mingzhou..."
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