Floodwaters rise high on several streets around Hoi An Market. (Photo: VNA)
Floodwaters rise high on several streets around Hoi An Market. (Photo: VNA)
Local authorities and rescue teams support residents in moving to safe areas. (Photo: VNA)
Local authorities and rescue teams support residents in moving to safe areas. (Photo: VNA)
The Chairman of Hoi An ward visits affected households. (Photo: VNA)
The Chairman of Hoi An ward visits affected households. (Photo: VNA)
Functional forces assist international tourists in travelling to safe shelters. (Photo: VNA)
Functional forces assist international tourists in travelling to safe shelters. (Photo: VNA)
Local authorities and rescue teams support residents in moving to safe areas. (Photo: VNA)
Local authorities and rescue teams support residents in moving to safe areas. (Photo: VNA)
Water flowing from upstream causes the water level of the Hoai River, which runs through Hoi An, to surge sharply. (Photo: VNA)
Water flowing from upstream causes the water level of the Hoai River, which runs through Hoi An, to surge sharply. (Photo: VNA)
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Widespread flooding in Hoi An ancient town

In recent days, heavy and prolonged rains have hit Da Nang, causing water from upstream to rise rapidly and flood rivers running through residential areas in the former Hoi An ward of the city. Many streets in the area have been deeply inundated.