(Baonghean.vn) - Due to the impact of storm No. 2, today (July 17), the mountainous area of Nghe An has heavy to very heavy rain causing flooding and landslides, greatly affecting the lives and production of many households.
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On July 17, heavy rains fell in the highlands of Nghe An. Water from rivers and streams rose rapidly, and hydroelectric plants began releasing floodwaters, causing severe damage to many areas. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Some areas located along streams in Tuong Duong district had floodwaters flowing down, sweeping away many trees. Photo: Dao Tho |
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A house in Thach Giam commune (Tuong Duong) is submerged in flood water. Photo: Dao Tho |
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In Tam Thai commune (Tuong Duong), until 4 pm this afternoon, flood water continued to rise, causing many households in the Canh Trap bridge area to worry. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Mr. Luong Van Cuong in Canh Trap village (Tam Thai commune) said that his family had 4 fish cages but this morning 3 cages were swept away by the flood, including 1 cage with more than 200 kg of fish. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Currently, fish farmers here are trying to anchor their cages to prevent the floodwaters from continuing to rise. However, according to reports, the floodwaters came so quickly that many fish in the cages died due to being entangled in nets and trash. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Landslides have begun to appear on National Highway 7 through Tuong Duong district, posing a danger to road users. Photo: Dao Tho |
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