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Lam Dong residents climb rooftops, flee rising floodwaters overnight

Water rose rapidly across Lam Dong on the night of December 4, prompting emergency evacuations and rescue operations.

Nha Trang residents overwhelmed as floodwaters return

With water rising quickly, entire communities in Nha Trang are once again underwater, sparking urgent evacuations and school closures.

Floods paralyze National Highway 1 in Lam Dong, boats swept away

Overnight downpours submerged entire neighborhoods and caused severe disruptions across Lam Dong, cutting off National Highway 1.

One month on, landslide-hit Hue–Da Nang expressway remains in chaos

One month after a major rainstorm caused devastating landslides, the La Son–Tuy Loan Expressway - linking Hue and Da Nang - remains chaotic. Repair crews are working at full capacity to clear debris and stabilize the route.

MP proposes one-year free health insurance for flood-affected regions

A National Assembly delegate calls for broader cancer drug access and free health insurance in disaster-hit areas.

The Quang Trung campaign: Rebuilding homes, restoring hope

Amid devastation, Vietnam is launching a bold campaign to rebuild lives - one roof at a time.

‘Quang Trung Campaign’ kicks off to restore storm-ravaged communities

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has officially launched the "Quang Trung Campaign", an urgent national effort to rebuild and repair homes for families whose houses were destroyed by a series of devastating natural disasters across Central Vietnam.

PM calls for rapid home building and repair for flood-affected households

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his working delegation on November 29 evening held a hybrid meeting with the four south central provinces of Dak Lak, Khanh Hoa, Lam Dong, and Gia Lai regarding flood response and recovery efforts.

Flood control or energy greed? The global lessons Vietnam must learn

Hydropower plants in Vietnam risk lives by delaying floodwater release. Lessons from Brazil, Japan, and China offer urgent solutions.

A city drowning in debris: Nha Trang reels after historic floods

After the floodwaters receded, Tay Nha Trang Ward was left buried under piles of debris and mud. For local residents, the struggle is far from over.

Vietnam receives nearly $16mil. in international aid for flood recovery

As of now, Vietnam has received nearly $16 million in aid from foreign governments and international organizations to support recovery efforts following historic floods across the central and highland regions.

Over 2 trillion VND registered to support flood-hit residents

The Central Relief Committee has so far disbursed nine rounds of relief worth over 678.18 billion VND in total, targeting 23 provinces and cities in the northern and central regions.

Over 720 schools in Khanh Hoa reopen after severe flooding

More than 720 schools across the south-central province of Khanh Hoa have resumed classes following the heavy flooding that occurred from November 15 to 21, causing extensive damage.

Nearly $86 million raised to aid flood-hit communities across Vietnam

By 5 p.m. on November 25, the total amount of funds pledged through the Central Relief Committee to support flood-hit communities had surpassed 2.088 trillion VND (approximately USD 85.9 million).

Historic floods leave scars, but kindness rises across Vietnam

In recent days, historic floods have swept across South Central Vietnam, leaving behind staggering damage to lives and property. Though waters have receded in some areas, thousands of households face a long, painful road back to normalcy.

Midnight convoys from Ho Chi Minh City bring relief to flood-hit central Vietnam

From elderly volunteers to student packers, a massive relief effort rolls out from the heart of the city.

Post-flood cleanup begins in Gia Lai, Dak Lak to prevent epidemics

Health authorities in Vietnam's Central Highlands are racing to disinfect flood-hit areas and prevent post-flood disease outbreaks.

Thousands of flood-damaged cars in Vietnam face costly repairs

Flooding in south-central Vietnam has left thousands of vehicles submerged, but expert advice can help minimize long-term damage.

PM and government leaders donate salaries to flood-hit regions

On the afternoon of November 24, PM Pham Minh Chinh, along with senior government leaders and staff of the Government Office, joined in donating at least one day's salary to support communities suffering from recent severe flooding and storms.

Sudden downpour floods major highway in Dong Nai, traffic chaos ensues

A sudden downpour on the evening of November 24 turned a stretch of National Highway 1 through Long Binh Ward, Dong Nai Province into a surging stream, sweeping away motorbikes and causing severe traffic disruption.