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Quang Nam declares emergency after earthquake-triggered rockfalls near village

A state of emergency has been declared in Tra Don Commune, Quang Nam, following landslide threats and falling rocks caused by earthquakes and prolonged rainfall.

Landslides block Khanh Le Pass; emergency declaration proposed

Heavy rains triggered multiple landslides on Khanh Le Pass in Khanh Hoa Province, blocking the Nha Trang-Da Lat route for days as workers race to clear the debris.

Cleanup underway after landslides isolate Nha Trang-Da Lat highway

Thousands of tons of mud, rocks, and a 100-ton boulder have engulfed parts of Khanh Le Pass, halting traffic on the critical route linking Nha Trang and Da Lat.

Rising waters in Quang Binh halt burials, families lift coffins to higher ground

As floodwaters engulf Le Thuy district, families lift coffins of their deceased loved ones on scaffolds, waiting for the waters to recede for burial.

Heavy flooding in Central Vietnam's Le Thuy leaves over 12,000 homes submerged

As of noon on October 28, torrential rains and rising floodwaters have left 12,361 homes submerged across Le Thuy District, Quang Binh, isolating five villages and resulting in one fatality.

Over 100 flights canceled due to typhoon Trami impact

Vietnam Airlines and Bamboo Airways canceled over 100 flights due to Typhoon Trami, with plans to resume operations after the storm.

Rapid flooding in Quang Binh submerges over 15,000 homes

More than 15,000 homes in Le Thuy, Quang Ninh, and Dong Hoi have been submerged as floodwaters rise in Quang Binh, where heavy rain continues to pour.

Typhoon Trami leaves three dead in Thua Thien Hue and Quang Nam

As Typhoon Trami battered Central Vietnam, three people lost their lives, and multiple homes suffered severe damage.

Da Nang residents rush to clean homes buried in mud after Typhoon Trami

Amidst ongoing clean-up, Da Nang officials report significant damage from Typhoon Trami, including flooded homes and damaged infrastructure.

Rising river levels in Quang Tri prompt overnight evacuations

Heavy rain from Typhoon Trami has caused rivers in Quang Tri to surpass Alert Level 2, prompting overnight evacuation and rescue efforts.

Quang Ninh focuses on reviving forest after Typhoon Yagi

The urgent task of reviving these dying forests has become a critical issue for Quang Ninh Province.

Lives return to normal after devastation and loss from Typhoon Yagi

The lives of poor people living under Long Biên Bridge in Hanoi have quickly returned to normal. Although locals are still facing difficulties, thanks to the help of the authorities and many benefactors, people are rebuilding their lives.

Thua Thien Hue declares emergency over worsening coastal erosion

The province declares an emergency as ongoing natural disasters lead to significant damage along the coastline.

Businesses lead the recovery effort after Typhoon Yagi’s devastation

While immediate relief is crucial, businesses like Unilever are focusing on sustainable, long-term recovery programs to help communities bounce back from Typhoon Yagi's devastation.

VN to meet GDP growth target if post-Yagi support solutions quickly implemented

Vietnam is likely to secure the 7% economic growth target this year as set by the Government if solutions to support businesses and people bearing the brunt of the recent super typhoon Yagi are implemented very quickly.

Quang Binh removes cracked 300-ton boulder threatening Phong Nha residents

A 300-ton boulder with a significant crack was successfully demolished using explosives in Phong Nha, Quang Binh province, after authorities evacuated residents to ensure their safety.

Japan provides 2 million USD in urgent support for typhoon relief in Vietnam

The Government of Japan has announced a $2 million contribution to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to support Vietnam’s critical relief and early recovery efforts after Typhoon Yagi.

Typhoon Yagi results in record low agricultural output over four years

The agricultural sector in Northern Vietnam faces a significant downturn, with a sharp decline in growth due to the devastating impacts of Typhoon Yagi and continuous heavy rainfall.

Debt affected by Typhoon Yagi in 26 provinces reaches $2.7 billion

As of September 25, the total debt affected by Typhoon No. 3 (Yagi) across 26 provinces and cities has surged to approximately $2.7 billion, impacting over 94,000 borrowers, according to reports from credit institutions.

Final missing victim of Ha Giang landslide found, death toll at five

The final missing victim of the devastating landslide that struck on the morning of September 29 along National Highway No. 2 in Bac Quang District, the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang, has been found.