Chinese doctor wades through severe floodwaters to reach patients, winning widespread praise
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On July 13, Shenyang in Liaoning province was hit by a severe downpour with 230mm of precipitation. A doctor was filmed pushing his bicycle through deep floodwaters on his way to the hospital, where he had appointments to perform surgery on two patients. The video went viral on social media, and the doctor's dedication earned widespread praise. State news agency Xinhua reported the incident, highlighting the emotional response from internet users.
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Shenyang was hit by a serious downpour on July 13
State news agency Xinhua reported the story.
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A man in northeastern China was filmed pushing his bicycle through deep water on his way to work amid torrential rain.
South China Morning Post- Shenyang was hit by a serious downpour on July 13
- Precipitation measured 230mm, which is a significant amount
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Loaded language removedA man in northeastern China who was filmed pushing his bicycle through deep water on his way to work amid heavy rain has trended on social media. The video generated online discussion after internet users learned that the man was a doctor who had appointments to perform surgery on two patients that day, state news agency Xinhua reported.
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A man in northeastern China was filmed pushing his bicycle through deep water on his way to work amid torrential rain.
South China Morning PostThe video triggered an outpouring of emotion after internet users learned the man was a doctor who had appointments to perform surgery on two patients that day.
South China Morning PostState news agency Xinhua reported the story.
South China Morning PostThe incident occurred on July 13 in Shenyang, Liaoning province.
South China Morning PostPrecipitation measured 230mm.
South China Morning PostThe video trended on social media.
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