A toddler has died and approximately 5,000 people have been impacted by severe flooding in Hpakant, Myanmar, a region known for its jade mining industry. The recent floods are reportedly the worst experienced in the area in recent memory, according to local residents. Hpakant is particularly vulnerable to flooding during the rainy season, but this year’s deluge has surpassed previous levels. The disaster highlights the ongoing risks faced by communities living and working in the precarious conditions of the jade mining hub. Aid efforts are likely needed to address the immediate needs of those displaced or affected by the flooding. Further assessment of infrastructure damage is also expected. The incident underscores vulnerabilities exacerbated by both natural disaster and the challenging environment of resource extraction.