Vietnam mobilizes troops after heavy rains trigger flash floods and raise risks of landslides
- Heavy rains caused flooding in parts of Hue, while floods and landslides struck Danang the previous day.
- Vietnam mobilized troops and prepared amphibious armored vehicles for rescue operations, according to state media.
- Authorities warned that continued rain through Sunday could cause flash floods, landslides, and flooding in low-lying communities.
- Nearly 130 troops were deployed in Danang, where landslides blocked roads, while Hue received more than 800 millimeters of rain in three days.
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Vietnam mobilizes troops after heavy rains trigger flash floods and raise risks of landslides
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Heavy rains lashed much of central Vietnam on Friday and caused flooding in parts of the historic city of Hue, a day after floods and landslides hit the coastal port city of Danang. Troops were mobilized…
Heavy rain hit much of central Vietnam on Friday and flooded part of the historic city of Hue, a day after floods and landslides hit the coastal city of Danang. Authorities mobilized amphibious troops and armoured vehicles for rescue operations, the state press reported.
In Vietnam, the army was deployed on floods and landslides caused by rainfall, roads and houses were flooded in Hue and Danang. While armored vehicles are being used in search and rescue efforts, officials said the heavy rains are expected to last until October 11.
Department of CHQS TP. Da Nang activated the natural disaster prevention and prevention plan from October 8; ready forces and means to respond to natural disasters in any situation.
The Da Nang City Military Command has deployed nearly 130 officers and soldiers to key areas and is ready to deploy amphibious armored vehicles for rescue operations in case of heavy rain and flooding.
Facing the risk of prolonged heavy rain causing widespread flooding, Da Nang has requested local authorities to proactively deploy forces and resources to critical areas, especially those frequently experiencing deep flooding. Weather forecast for October 7th: Heavy rain from Hue to Da Nang, warning of flash floods and landslides. Warning of flash flood and landslide risks due to heavy rain, complex developments in Central Vietnam. Five province…
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