Stay informed with the most recent news on the devastating impact of Typhoon Yagi in northern Vietnam, as landslides and floods have claimed the lives of at least 58 people, with 40 others still missing. Find out more details here.
HANOI (Multibagger) - Typhoon Yagi and the landslides and floods it triggered have killed at least 58 people and 40 others are missing in northern Vietnam, the disaster management agency said on Tuesday.
Most of the victims were killed in landslides and flash floods, the agency said in a report, adding that nearly 750 people have been injured.
The typhoon made landfall on Saturday on Vietnam's northeastern coast, devastating a large swath of industrial and residential areas and bringing heavy rains that caused dangerous floods and landslides.
Several rivers in northern Vietnam have risen to alarming levels, leaving villages and residential areas inundated, according to the agency and state media.
A 30-year-old bridge over the Red River in the northern province of Phu Tho collapsed on Monday, leaving eight missing, according to a statement from the provincial People's Committee.
Authorities have subsequently banned or limited traffic on other bridges across the river, including Chuong Duong Bridge in Hanoi, according to state media reports.
Analysis:
The aftermath of Typhoon Yagi in northern Vietnam has been devastating, with a high death toll and significant damage to infrastructure. The landslides and floods have not only claimed lives but also caused injuries and displacement of residents. The situation is further exacerbated by the collapse of a key bridge, leading to disruptions in transportation and potential economic consequences. It is crucial for authorities to provide aid and support to the affected communities and take measures to prevent similar disasters in the future.