But localities in central Vietnam had experienced heavy rain before the tropical depression made landfall, inundating many streets in Thua Thien-Hue, Da Nang, Quang Nam, Quang Ngai and other localities in the region. (Photo: VTC News)
But localities in central Vietnam had experienced heavy rain before the tropical depression made landfall, inundating many streets in Thua Thien-Hue, Da Nang, Quang Nam, Quang Ngai and other localities in the region. (Photo: VTC News)
Many localities reported they have received between 100 and 300mm or even 350mm of rain, submerging their major arteries and low-lying areas. (Photo: VTC News)
Many localities reported they have received between 100 and 300mm or even 350mm of rain, submerging their major arteries and low-lying areas. (Photo: VTC News)
Severe flooding cut off many border communes of Quang Tri province, forcing local households to move to a higher high ground overnight.
Severe flooding cut off many border communes of Quang Tri province, forcing local households to move to a higher high ground overnight.
Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds has also caused landslides along several national highways, disrupting traffic for hours.
Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds has also caused landslides along several national highways, disrupting traffic for hours.
Major roads in Huong Do commune of Ha Tinh province have been inundated due to rising floodwaters. (Photo: VTC News)
Major roads in Huong Do commune of Ha Tinh province have been inundated due to rising floodwaters. (Photo: VTC News)
Due to rising floodwaters, local residents in Quang Binh have moved their properties to a higher position.
Due to rising floodwaters, local residents in Quang Binh have moved their properties to a higher position.
Strong winds have blown off roofs of houses in Quang Tri province.
Strong winds have blown off roofs of houses in Quang Tri province.
Many roads have been totally impassable due to heavy landslides and violent floodwaters. Relevant forces have erected signs to warn people of danger areas.
Many roads have been totally impassable due to heavy landslides and violent floodwaters. Relevant forces have erected signs to warn people of danger areas.

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