Flash flood kills 4, leaves 4 missing in northern Vietnam
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- A flash flood in Vietnam's northern Lai Chau province killed at least four people and left four missing.
- The flood, triggered by days of heavy rain, also injured seven people and caused significant damage to roads, power grids, and hundreds of houses.
- Vietnam frequently experiences deadly storms and floods during its rainy season, with natural disasters killing 489 people last year.
A flash flood swept through Muong Than village in Vietnam's northern Lai Chau province early Friday, killing at least four people and leaving four others missing. Seven people were injured in the deluge, which followed days of heavy rainfall across the region.
State media reported that the floodwaters inundated the village with red mud, rocks, and logs, damaging roads and power grids. Hundreds of houses were also affected, and 238 hectares of crops were submerged. The disaster management agency warned of further flash floods and landslides as heavy rain is forecast to continue.
Vietnam is highly susceptible to natural disasters, particularly during its rainy season from July to September. Last year, floods and other natural disasters claimed 489 lives across the country, according to government data.
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Originally published by CNA in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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