Water levels in the Harbin downtown section of Songhua River fell to 113.64 meters on May 19, reaching the lowest level recorded over the past 11 years.

The low water level has resulted in the exposure of the riverbed of Songhua River in some shallow areas. Meanwhile, it also caused the death of many aquatic organisms in the river, as well as the stranding of boats.

 Dead freshwater mussels lie on the riverbed of the downtown section of Songhua River in Harbin. [Photo.people.cn]

Harbin section of Songhua River that used to have deep water exposes its riverbed due to the falling of water levels. [Photo/people.cn]

 Boats stranded on the riverbed of the Harbin downtown section of Songhua River. [Photo/people.cn]

 Harbin residents pick up freshwater mussels on the riverbed of Songhua River. [Photo/people.cn]