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No Singaporeans affected by tornado in China: MFA

June 24, 2016

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No Singaporeans have been affected by the tornado that hit China’s Jiangsu province yesterday (June 23), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said in a statement.

At least 98 people have died and about 800 injured after winds of up to 125 kmh struck around Yancheng city.

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On behalf of Singapore, the MFA has sent “deep condolences” to the families of the victims and wishes those injured a speedy recovery.

It added that the Singapore Consulate-General in Shanghai is in touch with the local authorities and is contacting Singaporeans who have e-registered with the Consulate-General.

Singaporeans in Jiangsu who are in need of consular assistance can contact the Singapore Consulate-General in Shanghai or the 24-hour MFA Duty Office at:

Singapore Consulate-General in Shanghai
Tel: +86-21-6278 5566
Email: singcg_sha@mfa.sg

MFA Duty Office
Tel: +65 6379 8800 / 8855 (24-hour hotline)
Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg

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The terrifying moment when a tornado reaches a building with people hiding inside in Funing county, Jiangsu province.
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Posted by Shanghaiist on Thursday, 23 June 2016

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