Dike collapsed in river in China 's Jiangxi province . More than 1,000 people were killed ; most fled area . About 35,000 people had to flee the area because of the rushing water , the news agency said . Area already affected by deadly floods ; at least 199 dead , 123 missing . Total economic loss could be 42.12 billion yuan ( $ 6.17 billion )
Dike collapsed in river in China 's Jiangxi province . More than 1,000 people were killed ; most fled area . Area already affected by deadly floods ; at least 199 dead , 123 missing . Total economic loss could be 42.12 billion yuan ( $ 6.17 billion )