Torrential rains wreak havoc in Laos
Prolonged downpours and floods have caused severe damage to Laos, particularly the northern localities of Sayaboury and Bokeo.
EU provides 1.3 million EUR to assist flood victims in central Vietnam
The European Union (EU) announced on October 28 that it would provide 1.3 million EUR (over 1.5 million USD) to bring “critical humanitarian assistance to families affected by severe flooding” in central Vietnam.
Thailand faces extensive floods due to heavy rain
Many Thai localities are facing flooding due to prolonged downpours.
Flood-caused damage amounts to 35 million USD in Hoa Binh
Total damage caused by prolong downpours and floods in the northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh has exceeded 800 billion VND (35.2 million USD), according to the province’s steering board for disaster prevention, search and rescue.