Hanoi suspends classes as heavy rains persist

The department noted that schools may switch to online teaching depending on the evolving weather conditions.

Several universities also extended remote learning.

The University of Languages and International Studies under the Vietnam National University-Hanoi, the University of Transport and Communications, and the National Economics University all confirmed that students would continue learning from home on Wednesday.

University leaders cited concerns for student safety as forecasts indicated continued heavy rain.

Classes requiring lab work, field trips, or hands-on practice will be rescheduled.

The National Economics University stated that students unable to return home could remain in dormitories, with meals provided at campus canteens.

Other universities, including Thuongmai University, Hanoi University of Industry, and Foreign Trade University also moved to online classes for the day.

On Tuesday afternoon, the Ministry of Education and Training submitted a report to the prime minister detailing its storm response and recovery plans.

Storm Bualoi, the tenth storm to hit the East Vietnam Sea this year, has caused significant damage in several central provinces and cities.

In Hue City, 134 schools were affected, with losses estimated at VND1.1 billion (US$42,000).

Quang Tri Province reported multiple schools damaged by high winds, forcing closures.

Ha Tinh Province recorded damage to 412 schools, with losses nearing VND429 billion ($16.2 million).

In neighboring Nghe An Province, 483 schools were impacted, with estimated damage close to VND300 billion ($11.3 million).

Thanh Hoa Province reported damage to 30 schools. Students were allowed to stay home on Monday, with further closures to be determined by local authorities depending on conditions.

Storm Bualoi made landfall in Ha Tinh early Monday and brought strong winds and rain across the Nghe An to Quang Tri area for up to 12 hours.

As of 11:00 am on Tuesday, the storm and resulting floods and landslides had left 21 people dead, 23 missing, and 99 injured, according to the Department of Dyke Management and Natural Disaster Prevention and Control under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

Besides, 81 houses collapsed, about 129,000 homes were damaged or lost roofs, and more than 8,300 residences were submerged.