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Northern Vietnam warned about severe flooding as river water levels swell up

Heavy rain has over the past days has triggered water levels of major rivers in northern Vietnam to swell up quickly, threatening to flood low-lying areas and impact people’s livelihood.

Northern provinces ravaged by heavy rains, six people killed, one missing

The Red River’s water levels are expected to continue to rise, peaking at 2pm on July 31, before gradually receding.

Floods, landslides cause human and property losses in northern region

Heavy rains on July 29 and 30 have resulted in five casualties and heavy property losses in the northern region, reported the Vietnam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Up to 300mm of rain expected in Northern Vietnam amid flood warnings

Northern Vietnam is set to experience widespread heavy rainfall from the night of July 28th until July 31st, with some areas expecting up to 300mm of rain, raising concerns about potential floods, landslides, and inundation.

PM urges prompt actions to settle consequences of storm Prapiroon

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on July 24 asked ministries, agencies and localities to focus on settling the consequences of storm Prapiroon – the second of its kind that to hit Vietnam this year.

North VN hit by heavy rain from storm, harsh weather to continue due to La Nina

As Storm No. 2 (Typhoon Prapiroon) lashes Northern Vietnam with heavy rain, meteorologists predict more extreme weather conditions in the coming months due to La Nina, including increased storm activity and flooding risks.

Typhoon Prapiroon topples trees and disrupts traffic in Hai Phong

Typhoon Prapiroon has struck Hai Phong with intense rainfall and strong winds, resulting in widespread tree damage and disruptions across the city

Typhoon Prapiroon weakens, causes heavy rain and flood risks in nine provinces

Tropical Storm No. 2 (Prapiroon) has weakened into a tropical depression after making landfall in Quang Ninh Province, resulting in heavy rain and strong winds affecting nine provinces across Northern Vietnam.

Over 30 hotels on Cat Ba Island slash prices for stranded visitors

In the wake of Typhoon Prapiroon, which has left nearly 4,000 tourists stranded on Cat Ba Island, over 30 local hotels are stepping up to offer a 50% discount on accommodation.

Urgent weather update: Typhoon Prapiroon to hit Quang Ninh and Hai Phong

As Typhoon Prapiroon intensifies, it is forecasted to make landfall in Quang Ninh and Hai Phong, unleashing heavy rain and strong winds across Northern Vietnam.

Vietnam prepares for impact of Typhoon Prapiroon and potential flooding

Typhoon No. 2 is forecast to hit the Gulf of Tonkin on July 22, with northern Vietnam expected to experience heavy rain and strong winds. Authorities are on high alert as the storm approaches, preparing for potential flooding and damage.

Tropical depression upgraded to Typhoon No. 2

A tropical depression in the East Sea has strengthened into Typhoon No. 2, with forecasts indicating significant rainfall and stormy conditions across Vietnam in the coming days.

Typhoon warning: Tropical depression in East Sea set to escalate

A tropical depression in the East Sea is rapidly intensifying and is expected to reach typhoon status shortly, prompting widespread weather warnings across Vietnam.

Tropical depression in East Sea expected to become storm by July 20

As of the evening of July 19, the tropical depression in the East Sea is intensifying and is likely to strengthen into a storm by July 20.

Rapid formation of tropical depression brings heavy rain to Vietnam

A tropical depression has quickly formed from a low-pressure area in the East Sea and is expected to intensify. On land, many areas across the country continue to experience heavy rainfall.

Heavy rainfall and possible tropical depression set to impact Northern Vietnam

Northern Vietnam is expected to see significant rainfall until July 20, with a brief respite before the rain resumes and extends further. A low-pressure area is predicted to form in the East Sea, potentially intensifying into a tropical depression.

Tropical depression makes landfall, causes heavy rain

The tropical depression that formed in the East Sea several days ago lost its strength after battering the central coast of Vietnam on July 15 afternoon.

Tropical depression triggers heavy rain, warning of flash floods and landslides

A tropical depression is forecasted to weaken before making landfall in the central provinces of Vietnam. However, its circulation will cause heavy rains from north to south, raising the risk of flash floods and landslides.

Meteorologists predict heavy rain and storms in Northern Vietnam

From July 13-14, the heatwave in northern Vietnam is expected to end as thunderstorms and heavy rains are forecasted. In August, the East Sea might experience 1-2 storms or tropical depressions.

Heavy rains are forecast to increase by the end of the year due to La Nina

The National Centre for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting has forecast that due to La Nina, there will be an even greater risk of heavy rainfall, storms and floods in the last months of this year, particularly in the central region.