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Vietnam mobilizes troops after heavy rains trigger flash floods in central regions

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Days of heavy rain have lashed central Vietnam: flooding hit parts of the historic city of Hue, a day after floods and landslides struck the coastal port of Danang; troops and amphibious armored vehicles were readied for rescue.

Why it matters

Heavy rains lashed much of central Vietnam on October 9 and 10: flooding hit parts of the historic city of Hue, a day after floods and landslides struck the coastal port city of Danang. Troops were mobilized and amphibious armored vehicles readied for rescue operations, state media reported.

Threat not over

More rainfall is forecast through Sunday morning (October 11). Authorities warned that continued downpours could trigger flash floods and landslides in mountainous areas and flooding in low-lying communities. Source: AP.

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