Central Vietnam has been hit by catastrophic floods and relentless rainfall since October 23, resulting in tragic loss of life and widespread destruction. According to local media outlet VNExpress, 10 people have been confirmed dead and five remain missing as heavy rain, triggered by a cold front and tropical convergence zone, continues to lash the region.
Some areas have recorded over 1,000 millimeters of rain, leading to massive flooding, landslides, and dangerous conditions. More than 7,000 households—around 21,000 residents—have been evacuated, while hydropower reservoirs are releasing water to prevent dam overflow downstream.
The city of Da Nang has been one of the hardest-hit areas, with six deaths, 19 injuries, and four residents still missing. Floodwaters have submerged 29 communes in the lower Vu Gia–Thu Bon River basin, while 10 mountainous communes have been completely cut off due to landslides.
In the ancient city of Hue, one person drowned and a 5-year-old girl was reported missing in the floodwaters. Thirty-two of the city’s 40 communes remain under water, leaving thousands stranded.
Quang Ngai province has reported three deaths and over 120 landslides blocking major transport routes. Several highways remain impassable, trapping vehicles and disrupting rescue efforts.
Despite the deployment of local authorities and military rescue teams, continued torrential rain is hindering emergency operations. The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting warns that more heavy rain is expected through Thursday night, increasing the risk of further flooding and landslides.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired an urgent government meeting on Wednesday to coordinate disaster response and recovery measures.
