Hanoi Faces High Flood Threat After Typhoon Yagi Landfall

Hanoi and surrounding northern provinces are experiencing significant flooding and landslides following Typhoon Yagi's landfall. The Red River's water levels are expected to remain high until at least early Friday. The city has evacuated thousands from riverside areas, while landslides continue in mountainous regions.

The Red River in Hanoi is expected to maintain high water levels until at least early Friday, according to a forecast by the government's weather agency. Several parts of the city will remain submerged due to recent flooding.

Vietnam has faced severe floods and landslides triggered by Typhoon Yagi, which made landfall last Saturday. The calamity has resulted in at least 181 deaths and 141 people reported missing, as stated by the government's disaster management agency. "Riverside and low-lying areas have experienced significant flooding, dyke erosion, and threats extending to certain parts of Hanoi and other northern provinces," the agency reported.

In response, the city has evacuated thousands living close to the swollen river, which reached a 20-year high. State media reports indicate that deadly landslides continue to occur in the northern mountainous areas.

(With inputs from agencies.)