Northern Vietnam faces heavy rainfall and flood risks

heavy rainfall flash floods weather forecast tropical convergence zone landslide risk

Northern and North Central Vietnam are bracing for a period of intense rainfall from the night of August 17 through August 21. The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting warns that a tropical convergence zone passing through the southern Red River Delta and North Central region will trigger widespread heavy rain.

In many provinces, including Hanoi, Quang Ninh, and Thanh Hoa, total rainfall is expected to range between 150-300mm, with some areas potentially exceeding 450mm. Other provinces such as Lai Chau and Cao Bang may see between 100-200mm, with localized amounts over 300mm. This weather pattern carries a high risk of flash floods, landslides on steep slopes, and urban inundation.

Meanwhile, the Central region continues to experience heat, with temperatures in some areas reaching 35-37 degrees Celsius. In the South and Central Highlands, intermittent showers and thunderstorms are expected, with some localized heavy rain exceeding 80mm.

Entities

Central Vietnam · Hanoi · Ho Chi Minh City · National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting · National Civil Defense Steering Committee · North Central Vietnam · Northern Vietnam · South Vietnam · Thanh Hóa

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[● 3 SOURCES] The heavy rain poses a high risk of flooding, flash floods, and landslides. soha.vn · giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn · thanhnien.vn
[● 2 SOURCES] The heavy rain is caused by a tropical convergence zone passing through the southern Red River Delta and North Central region. giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn · thanhnien.vn
[● 4 SOURCES] Provinces including Lai Chau, Dien Bien, Tuyen Quang, Cao Bang, and Lang Son are expected to see rainfall between 100-200mm. soha.vn · giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn · thanhnien.vn
[● 5 SOURCES] Total rainfall in some areas may exceed 450mm during this period. soha.vn · baoquocte.vn · giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn · thanhnien.vn
[● 2 SOURCES] The Central region is experiencing continued heat, with temperatures reaching 35-37 degrees Celsius. baoquocte.vn
[● 5 SOURCES] Heavy rainfall is expected in Northern Vietnam and from Thanh Hoa to Ha Tinh from the night of August 17 to August 21. soha.vn · baoquocte.vn · giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn · thanhnien.vn