Flash floods and landslides swept through a border commune in Nghe An province.

(Baonghean.vn) - On the afternoon of July 26th, heavy rain occurred in Mon Son border commune (Con Cuong district), and the high volume of water flowing from upstream caused flash floods and landslides.

According to local residents, at the time of the flash flood, the water level at Pha Lai dam rose 1-2 meters above normal. The rising floodwaters, combined with heavy rain, inundated several houses, damaging some household items.

Floodwaters inundated many households in Lang Cang village. Photo: Ba Hau.

Two floating houses on the Giang River were damaged by floodwaters. Photo: Ba Hau.

Fortunately, the flash flood occurred during the day, and so far there have been no casualties. However, some livestock such as buffaloes, cows, pigs, and goats belonging to local people have been swept away by the flood, and many areas of crops have been submerged.

As of the morning of July 27th, floodwaters had largely receded, and residents were beginning to clean up their homes...

Residents clean up their homes after the floodwaters recede. Photo: Bá Hậu.

Mr. Luong Van Tuan, Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Mon Son commune, said: "This is considered the biggest flash flood in the last 17 years in the border commune of Mon Son. Currently, along with compiling damage statistics, the commune has assigned staff to be on duty to prevent any unfortunate losses from people catching fish or collecting firewood on the river."

Local people take advantage of the opportunity to catch fish on the Giang River. Photo: Ba Hau.

The spoils of a firewood gathering session. Photo: Bá Hậu.

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