At least 8 deaths reported after heavy rain causes flooding, landslides in Southeast Asia
Summary
Heavy rain caused by Tropical Storm Kajiki led to flooding and landslides in Southeast Asia, resulting in at least eight deaths. Vietnam and Thailand were the most affected, with fatalities, injuries, and evacuations reported. The storm also brought warnings about potential further flooding and landslides.Key Facts
- Heavy rain caused flooding and landslides in Vietnam and Thailand.
- At least eight people died due to the storm: seven in Vietnam and one in Thailand.
- In Vietnam, 34 people were injured, and one person was reported missing.
- Nearly 20 centimeters (8 inches) of rain fell in parts of northeast Vietnam.
- In Thailand, over 600 people were affected, and seven individuals are missing after a landslide.
- Thailand's Meteorological Department issued warnings for continued heavy rain.
- The severe weather was caused by Tropical Storm Kajiki, which hit Vietnam on Monday.
- Scientists in a 2024 study warned that climate change could make cyclones in Southeast Asia stronger.
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