3 dead, 16,000 homes flooded as heavy rain batters northern Vietnam
Heavy rain, floods and landslides have killed three people and inundated more than 16,000 homes in northern and central Vietnam, according to the Vietnam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.
Heavy rain and subsequent flooding have caused significant damage in northern Vietnam, resulting in three deaths and inundating 16,000 homes. The disaster has affected multiple provinces, including Phu Tho, Thanh Hoa, Ninh Binh, Hanoi, Nghe An, and Da Bac Commune. In addition to the loss of life and damaged properties, the floods have submerged and damaged 22,499 hectares of crops, along with 1,175.62 hectares of aquaculture areas.
The disruption of irrigation canals and schools, as well as the overtopping of dykes and embankments, has further exacerbated the situation. Local authorities have mobilized forces to manage the crisis, while the National Steering Committee for Civil Defense has urged ministries and localities to closely monitor the developments and take proactive measures to mitigate the impact of heavy rain, floods, flash floods, and landslides.
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