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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.

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.

Landslides trap 20 vehicles on Gia Bac Pass, phone signal lost

Severe landslides and fallen trees blocked traffic on Gia Bac Pass in Lam Dong, leaving dozens stranded without phone signal.

Lam Dong police summon 6 people for spreading false information on social media

The Lam Dong provincial Department of Public Security announced on November 24 that it has summoned six individuals for spreading false information about the recent natural disasters that caused public concern.

Flood sweeps away suspension bridge in Lam Dong in seconds

Torrential water from the Da Nhim River has destroyed a vital suspension bridge in Lam Dong, isolating communities.

Mimosa Pass collapse nearly sends bus into 40m-deep pit

A massive landslide tore through Mimosa Pass in Lam Dong, nearly swallowing a passenger bus.

Landslide hits Mimosa Pass, Lam Dong bans heavy trucks

After a major landslide caused road damage on Mimosa Pass, Lam Dong authorities have temporarily banned vehicles over 15 tons from using the route.

Landslide disaster on Vietnam’s Khanh Le Pass leaves 6 dead, 2 still trapped

A 40-seat coach was buried by boulders on Khanh Le Pass. Two bodies remain trapped in the wreckage.

Lam Dong courts Malaysian tourists with Halal push

Lam Dong province is stepping up to capture a bigger slice of Malaysia’s outbound travel market, hosting a networking event on November 6 to introduce Halal-friendly tourism products and ink cooperation deals.

Lam Dong declares emergency after landslides hit two national highways

The People’s Committee of Lam Dong Province has declared a state of emergency for road infrastructure after prolonged heavy rains triggered landslides and surface cracks on National Highway 20 and National Highway 28.

Whale carcass washes ashore in Lam Dong, given traditional burial

A 6-ton whale was found near the coast by local fishermen and laid to rest with ceremonial rites.

Typhoon Wipha causes $535,000 in damages and injures two in Lam Dong

Heavy rain and tornadoes battered Lam Dong, damaging homes, crops, and infrastructure across 24 localities.

Vietnam’s Lam Dong set to lead power production with LNG expansion

Two LNG plants and a massive offshore wind portfolio aim to push Lam Dong past 11,000 MW in power capacity by 2030.

Vietnam’s largest mineral hub may emerge in merged Lam Dong province

With vast reserves of bauxite, titanium, and oil, the province proposes reinvesting resource wealth in infrastructure and digital transformation.

Lien Khuong Airport to close for 6 months for major runway upgrade

The airport in Lam Dong will undergo USD 41.3 million in renovations, including a runway extension to 3,250 meters.

Drugs, ecstasy found in chaotic Sky bar raid in Bao Loc

Police raided Sky, a bar located in Bao Loc City, Lam Dong Province, and found dozens of patrons dancing wildly to loud music. Sixteen people tested positive for narcotics.

Y Thanh Ha Nie Kdam appointed Party Secretary of Lam Dong Province

Y Thanh Ha Nie Kdam, Chairman of the National Assembly's Council for Ethnic Affairs, has been appointed as the Party Secretary of Lam Dong Province for the 2020-2025 term.

Lam Dong becomes Vietnam’s largest province after merger

After merging with Dak Nong and Binh Thuan, Lam Dong now spans over 24,000 km².

Lam Dong updates case of seven novice monks sexually abused in Da Lat

Three children returned home, four moved to legal temple after abuse scandal.

$720 million expressway project set to reshape transportation in Lam Dong

Lam Dong Province has approved the first phase of a major infrastructure initiative, greenlighting a public-private investment for the 73km Bao Loc – Lien Khuong expressway.