Before reaching Vietnam, the super typhoon had already caused a significant loss of life.
24 people died in southern China and the Philippines.
Phong Chau Bridge Disaster
Emergency teams are working hard at the Phong Chau bridge. While part of the bridge remains standing, rescuers are searching for victims and survivors in the water below. To help people cross the river, workers are building a temporary floating bridge. This quick fix will reconnect the area until a permanent solution can be found.
In addition to the bridge collapse, a bus with 20 people on board was hit by a landslide and swept away in Cao Bang province. The ongoing Vietnam storm makes the rescue efforts very difficult. Roads are blocked, and the rain keeps falling, slowing down teams trying to help.
Typhoon Yagi Deaths Toll Continue To Rise
- 143 people have lost their lives due to Typhoon Yagi in northern Vietnam.
- 299 people were reported injured.
- 58 individuals remain missing. Search efforts continue.
Typhoon Yagi’s Severe And Wide-Reaching Impact
- Officials moved 400,000 people to safety in Hainan province on Friday.
- The storm ruined crops and no power in many areas.
In Vietnam
- About 50,000 people left their homes in coastal areas.
- Nearly 3,300 houses and 120,000 hectares of crops were damaged.
- Schools closed in 12 northern provinces, including the capital, Hanoi.
- Businesses including famous spots like Ha Long Bay(UNESCO World Heritage Site) suffered major losses.
Heavy rain continues to pound northern Vietnam, raising fears of Vietnam floods and more disasters. Weather experts have issued a warning as North Vietnam saw 8 to 17 inches of rain in just one day. Residents were urged to stay alert as conditions may worsen.
Rescue Operations In Full Force
China’s weather experts say Yagi is the strongest fall typhoon ever seen in the country. The powerful storm has broken records and forced widespread evacuations as it continues its path of destruction.
With continuous downpours, rescue teams are battling against time as the Vietnam floods impact low-lying areas.
Typhoon Yagi In Vietnam Challenges Both Residents And Visitors
Yagi Tyhoon severely impacts flight operations in Vietnam. Vietjet Air(An airline company in Vietnam) recommends that travellers should actively check for updates about their scheduled flights, as disruptions are likely due to the impact of Typhoon Yagi. The extensive Vietnam floods have also affected road travel, further complicating transportation across the country.
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