The number of fatalities attributed to Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam rose to 82.
"Typhoon 'Yagi'" touched down on a Saturday, bringing hurricane-force winds of 149 kilometers per hour, making it the most powerful storm to hit the north of Vietnam in three decades. The strong winds, torrential rain, and landslides leads to the destruction of various structures including bridges, numerous buildings, and factories that are crucial for multinational companies like Samsung and Foxconn situated in the area.
Areas along the swelling Red River in Hanoi experienced flooding, prompting mass evacuations by boat. Authorities cautioned about potential flooding in the capital city on Tuesday. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development reported at least 752 people sustained injuries due to floods and landslides.
Before making landfall in Vietnam, "Yagi" had already claimed the lives of at least 24 individuals in southern China and the Philippines.
A research study published in July revealed that typhoons in the region are starting to form nearer to the coast, intensifying faster, and spending more time over land due to climate change.
The flooding in Hanoi along the Red River was a result of the swelling river, forcing mass evacuations by boat. Authorities also warned about potential flooding in the capital city on Tuesday.
