Water from upstream flows in, people downstream of Lam River struggle in flood
Huy Thu•DNUM_CAZAIZCABI 09:19
(Baonghean.vn) - Water from the upper Lam River flows down, causing many areas downstream to be flooded, many places are deeply submerged, people struggle to cope with the flood.
Flooding in Do Luong town. Clip: Huy Thu
Nearly 120 households in Block 1 and the surrounding area of Do Luong town were submerged in water, some places over 1.5m deep. Photo: Huy Thu
Before the flood, Do Luong town deployed forces to help some households evacuate. However, many households still stayed to survive the flood. Photo: Huy Thu
Many households live in cramped, cramped conditions on makeshift floors made of bricks, wood, barrels, etc. Photo: Huy Thu
(Baonghean.vn) - The Lam River water level rose rapidly, many villages in the lower Thanh Chuong district (Nghe An) were isolated and submerged in floodwaters.
Floods rise, garbage in residential areas overflows causing environmental pollution. Photo: Huy Thu
To cope with the flood, people have made many floating rafts to store items and property. Photo: Huy Thu
Water flooded the entrance, some households had to open escape routes on the roof, to prevent unexpected events. Photo: Huy Thu
Meal during flood. Photo: Huy Thu
A lot of wood and firewood from Lam River drifted into households in Block 1, Do Luong town. Photo: Huy Thu
Amidst the flood, people's lives were turned upside down. Photo: Huy Thu
People are tired of being cramped and struggling in floodwaters, always waiting for the water to recede. Photo: Huy Thu
In order to share the difficulties with people in flooded areas, many charity groups and delegations came to Block 1, Do Luong town to give instant noodles, drinking water, etc. to the people. Photo: Huy Thu
(Baonghean.vn) - According to plan, on the morning of August 20, students of kindergarten, primary and secondary schools in Nghe An will return to school to prepare for the new school year. However, due to many schools being severely damaged by floods, thousands of students in Ky Son, Tuong Duong and Con Cuong districts have not been able to return to school.
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