Vietnam Floods Kill 10: Bangkok Post Report
- Major flooding in central Vietnam, especially in the historic city of Hoi An, has killed at least 10 people and left manny more missing.
- * Record Rainfall: The region has experienced unusually heavy rainfall, with up too 1.7 meters (5ft 7in) falling in 24 hours.
HearS a summary of the news article:
Major flooding in central Vietnam, especially in the historic city of Hoi An, has killed at least 10 people and left manny more missing.
Key points:
* Record Rainfall: The region has experienced unusually heavy rainfall, with up too 1.7 meters (5ft 7in) falling in 24 hours.
* Hoi An submerged: The Thu Bon River reached a 60-year high, turning streets in Hoi An into canals. Residents are navigating by boat.
* Widespread damage: Over 128,000 homes are flooded, roads are damaged, and over 5,000 hectares of crops have been destroyed.
* Resident Impact: Residents are struggling to save thier belongings as floodwaters reach unprecedented levels.
* Unesco Heritage Site Affected: The flooding is impacting Hoi An’s ancient town, a UNESCO World Heritage site.