Northern Vietnam faces heavy rainfall, flashflood, landslide risks

Meteorological experts have warned of heightened risks of flashfloods, landslides and localised flooding, particularly in mountainous and low-lying regions.

According to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, rainfall totals during the event are expected to range between 70mm and 150mm across much of the northern mountainous and midland regions. Some locations could record more than 250mm of rainfall.

Forecasters have also warned that intense rainfall exceeding 100mm within just three hours cannot be ruled out in certain areas.

The concentration of heavy rain over a short period could trigger flashfloods along small rivers and streams, landslides in mountainous terrain, and localised flooding in urban areas, residential zones and industrial parks where drainage systems may become overwhelmed.

In response to the forecast, the National Civil Defence Steering Committee has instructed local authorities across northern provinces as well as Thanh Hoa and Nghe An provinces in the north-central region to implement preparedness measures.

Local governments have been asked to closely monitor weather forecasts and warnings related to heavy rain, flashfloods, landslides, thunderstorms, lightning, hail and flooding, and to promptly communicate risks to communities.

The National Civil Defence Steering Committee has called on localities to prepare personnel, equipment and emergency response plans to support residents in the event of weather-related incidents.

Public communication efforts are also being strengthened to ensure residents receive timely forecast updates and guidance on safety measures during heavy rain, flashfloods, landslides, thunderstorms and hailstorms.

Officials have advised residents living in mountainous areas, near rivers and streams, or in locations with a history of landslides to closely follow weather updates. People are urged to avoid traveling through flooded roads, low-water crossings and landslide-prone areas during periods of heavy rainfall.

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