Central Vietnam braces for torrential rain of over 700mm as flood risks rise

Central Vietnam braces for three days of downpours

A strong northeast monsoon combined with intensified easterly winds is expected to bring widespread heavy rain to central Vietnam in three days, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

From Sunday night through Monday night, areas stretching from southern Nghe An to northern Quang Tri are forecast to receive 100-200mm of rain, with some locations recording more than 300mm.

The heaviest rainfall is expected to shift southward from Monday through Wednesday night, concentrating in Hue, Da Nang, and eastern Quang Ngai, where totals could reach 250-450mm and exceed 700mm in isolated areas.

Southern Quang Tri and eastern parts of the provinces from Gia Lai to Dak Lak are forecast to receive 150-300mm, with some areas exceeding 400mm.

In Da Nang alone, rainfall is expected to reach 200-450mm, with some locations receiving more than 550mm.

Meteorologists have warned that rainfall intensity could reach 150mm in just three hours, increasing the risk of flash floods, landslides, and severe urban flooding.

Da Nang authorities have instructed local agencies to prepare evacuation plans for residents in flood-prone and mountainous areas, restrict access to dangerous crossings, and closely monitor reservoirs to protect downstream communities.

Northern Vietnam faces first widespread cold spell of the season

Northern Vietnam is expected to experience its first widespread cold spell of the season during November 8-14, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

Chilly to cold conditions, accompanied by isolated showers, are forecast across northern provinces.

On November 12-13, northern Vietnam is expected to see more widespread showers and scattered thunderstorms, with heavy to very heavy rain in some areas.

Southern Vietnam faces high tides, flooding risks

Southern Vietnam is bracing for high tides from Monday to Wednesday, raising concerns over flooding in low-lying riverside and coastal communities.

According to the Southern Regional Hydrometeorological Center, water levels along the Saigon River are rising, with peak tides expected during the three-day period.

At the Thu Dau Mot monitoring station, water levels could reach 1.75-1.8 meters, exceeding the third-level flood warning threshold by 0.15-0.2 meters.

The highest tides are expected between 5:00 am and 7:00 am and again between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm.

The high tides could inundate low-lying communities, slow floodwater drainage, and disrupt transportation and daily activities.

Meanwhile, Ho Chi Minh City and other southern localities are forecast to experience more widespread rainfall on Sunday, with heavy downpours in some areas, before conditions ease on Monday.

From Wednesday, scattered afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms are expected across southern Vietnam and the Central Highlands, with heavy rain in some locations.

Weather authorities have warned of lightning, hail, strong wind gusts, and possible tornadoes during thunderstorms.