Ho Chi Minh City warns of severe flooding as high tides peak at 1.85 m
Ho Chi Minh City is forecast to experience high tides of 1.6 to 1.85 meters from Sept. 28 to 30, exceeding a Level 3 alert, the highest and most critical warning in Vietnam's river flood warning system.
Ho Chi Minh City is bracing for severe flooding as high tides are expected to peak at 1.85 meters, according to the Southern Regional Hydro-Meteorological Center. The heavy rain combined with the rising tides is forecast to cause flooding in low-lying areas and along rivers and canals throughout the city. The peak water levels are expected to occur daily between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m., and again from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., through September 30.
The city's weather agency has warned that the combination of heavy downpours and tidal surges will disrupt traffic and daily life, advising residents to prepare for possible deep flooding, limit travel through flood-prone areas, and stay updated on weather forecasts.
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