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Hanoi flooding and river level emergencies

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Heavy rainfall in Hanoi has led to and rising river levels have caused severe flooding and critical river levels. The dike breaches in Hanoi, particularly affecting the Bui River experienced significant rises, with and Day Rivers. In the Xuan Mai commune, water levels reached 7.64 meters, submerging approximately 6.1 km of dikes and affecting roughly 1,659 households. In Tran Phu commune, water levels at the Yen Duyet station reaching reached 7.88 meters, surpassing Alarm Level 3 by 0.88 meters. These conditions caused dike breaches in the Xuan Mai and Tran Phu communes, submerging approximately 6.1 km of dikes. The This flooding has forced the evacuation of thousands of people, caused significant agricultural damage, including vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, and pregnant women. In Xuan Mai, roughly 1,659 households were affected, while in Tran Phu, at least 134 households were relocated losses to local schools. Agricultural damage is widespread, impacting rice, vegetable, fruit, and aquaculture sectors. In response, authorities have deployed over 2,500 workers and 200 pieces of equipment As flooding persisted, the impact expanded to facilitate drainage, utilizing pumping stations like Yen So and Co Nhue. Military infrastructure and police forces have been mobilized transportation. In the Chương Mỹ district, rising levels in the Day River led to assist severe congestion on National Highway 6, as safety restrictions were imposed on the Đại Thành, 72, and Tân Phú bridges. In Tran Phú, flooding has lasted for five days, with evacuations water depths reaching up to 2 meters on some roads. This has forced residents to rely on boats for transportation, creating makeshift “boat docks” to access food and security. Additionally, medical experts essential supplies. While authorities have warned of increased risks prioritized the evacuation of infectious diseases, such as Leptospira vulnerable groups, including children and Whitmore, due the elderly, many residents have remained in submerged areas to contact with contaminated floodwater. guard their property.

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  1. 2026-09-21 09:56 UTC Hanoi flooding and river level emergencies
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