Pakistan, Aug. 2 -- The death toll from flash floods and landslides in China's Gansu Province has risen to 25, while 23 other people have been injured as heavy rainfall continues to affect several parts of the country. Authorities said the fatalities occurred after severe weather struck Weiyuan County in Dingxi City, where rescue teams have been working to assess damage and assist affected communities. The latest figures mark a significant increase from earlier reports of 10 deaths.

Chinese authorities have ordered further investigations into the disaster and directed provincial officials to assess the full extent of the damage. The national commission responsible for disaster prevention, reduction and relief has called for detailed eval...