Heavy downpours battered Vietnam’s central coast since Sunday, triggering deadly floods that killed four people and swamped over 100,000 homes, the environment ministry reported Wednesday.
Rainfall hit a record 1.7 meters in 24 hours in some areas. Five others remain missing in Hue, Danang, and Lam Dong provinces.
Widespread Destruction
The disaster caused:
- 150+ landslides
- 2,200 hectares of crops ruined
- 103,525 houses flooded
Over 21,000 residents fled danger zones. Many returned to Hue Wednesday morning as waters dropped only for fresh rain to force a local dam to release reserves.
More Floods Ahead
Danang faces rising rivers and worse flooding over the next two days, officials warn. Hydropower plants discharge water to avoid breaches, adding to the deluge.
Climate Link to Extreme Weather
Experts tie stronger storms to human-caused warming. This year alone, storms, floods, and slides killed or vanished 187 people in Vietnam.
Crop losses topped 240,000 hectares, with 38,000 homes damaged or destroyed. Economic damage exceeds $610 million.
Recovery Begins Amid Warnings
As cleanup starts, authorities urge caution. Evacuation plans activate, and aid flows to affected families.
Vietnam’s central region braces for ongoing rain. Resilient infrastructure and early alerts are key to cutting future losses.
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