Three killed after Typhoon Kajiki lashes Vietnam, floods Hanoi streets
Summary
At least three people died and ten were hurt after Typhoon Kajiki hit Vietnam, causing damage and severe flooding in the capital, Hanoi. The storm affected thousands of homes, trees, and power lines before weakening and moving into Laos. Vietnamese authorities have been working on evacuation and relief efforts due to ongoing heavy rain and potential flash floods and landslides.Key Facts
- Typhoon Kajiki killed at least three people and injured ten in Vietnam.
- The storm caused heavy flooding in Hanoi, turning streets into rivers.
- About 7,000 homes and 28,800 hectares of rice fields were damaged.
- At least 18,000 trees were knocked down, and 331 power poles fell, leading to blackouts.
- Authorities forecast more rain, raising the risk of flash floods and landslides.
- The government evacuated about 44,000 people and mobilized military resources for support.
- Over 346,000 military personnel and 8,200 vehicles have been deployed for relief efforts.
- The storm has weakened to a tropical depression and moved into Laos.
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