Devastating Impact of Typhoon Yagi in Northern Vietnam

Typhoon Yagi has caused significant destruction in northern Vietnam, resulting in 24 fatalities and 299 injuries. The storm has disrupted power and telecommunications, especially in Quang Ninh and Haiphong.

Typhoon Yagi and the landslides and floods it triggered have killed at least 24 people and injured another 299 in northern Vietnam, the government said late on Sunday, as authorities warn of more flooding.

The typhoon was Asia's most powerful storm this year and made landfall on the country's northeastern coast on Saturday. It has disrupted power supplies and telecommunications in several parts of the country, mostly in Quang Ninh and Haiphong, the government said in a statement.

Authorities are cautioning residents to brace themselves for further potential flooding as the storm continues to lash the region. Emergency services are working tirelessly to restore essential services and support affected communities.

(With inputs from agencies.)