Heavy rains over July 23-24 have left the Nam An Khanh Urban Area in Hoai Duc, Hanoi, under water. The once idyllic residential zone now faces severe flooding, leaving residents grappling with submerged roads and inundated homes.
The Nam An Khanh Urban Area in Hanoi's Hoai Duc district experienced severe flooding after prolonged heavy rain on July 23-24. Once a luxurious residential area, it has now become a nightmare for its residents, struggling with submerged streets and waterlogged homes.The heavy rainfall left roads submerged, making it extremely difficult for residents to move around. A young man was seen pushing his motorcycle through the flooded streets.By late morning, many villas and adjacent houses remained surrounded by water. Residents resorted to using wooden planks, tarps, sandbags, and styrofoam boxes to prevent water and debris from entering their homes.Two young men were seen rescuing a motorcycle from the basement of a villa. The makeshift transportation services sprang into action to help people navigate the flooded area.Residents reported that the flooding began the previous day and worsened by the morning. One woman was seen crying as waves repeatedly hit her.Bank employees were observed elevating an ATM machine to prevent damage. Some residents used carts to move their belongings to higher ground.A rescue vehicle navigated through the floodwaters, heading towards stranded cars to offer assistance. The service road along Thang Long Boulevard, in front of the urban area, also faced significant difficulties, a common occurrence during prolonged heavy rain in Hanoi.
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