Mekong Delta provinces face severe flooding from high tides

High tides and upstream flooding are expected to cause significant rising water levels and flooding across parts of the Mekong Delta, specifically in Can Tho and Vinh Long provinces.

In Can Tho, water levels are forecasted to rise rapidly due to a combination of strong upstream floods and local heavy rainfall. The tide is expected to peak on September 28 at 2.31 meters, which exceeds the historical high recorded in 2025. Potential flooding is anticipated in areas such as Binh Thuy, Cai Khe, Ninh Kieu, and Cai Rang, which may impact daily life and local production.

In Vinh Long, water levels in rivers and canals are rising in conjunction with the lunar month's high tide. The most dangerous peak is forecasted between September 29 and October 1, with some stations expected to exceed alarm level 3 by 35cm. Key locations, including the My Thuan station on the Tien River, are projected to reach 215cm. The flooding threatens ecological environments, road and waterway transport, and agricultural production, particularly fruit-growing regions and low-lying residential areas.