Parts of Hanoi remained underwater Thursday as flooding and landslides swept across northern Vietnam, leaving residents scrambling for safety. The Red River's water levels are expected to stay high for at least another day, according to weather agencies, complicating relief efforts in the capital's worst-hit districts.
💧 Landslides in mountainous regions have disrupted travel and destroyed homes, while flooded urban areas face power outages and damaged infrastructure. Local authorities are urging caution, with emergency teams working around the clock to assist stranded communities.
🌍 Vietnam's monsoon season is hitting harder than usual this year, raising questions about climate resilience in rapidly developing cities. “This isn’t just about rain—it’s about how prepared we are for the new normal,” one environmental analyst told NewspaperAmigo.com.
🚚 Travelers planning trips to Ha Giang or Sapa should check weather alerts, while diaspora communities with family in affected areas are advised to stay updated via official channels.
