Rising river floodwaters

According to Khanh Hoa Provincial Hydrometeorological Station, the province has experienced moderate to heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. Floodwaters on rivers continue to rise, with levels fluctuating between alert levels 2 and 3, and some rivers exceeding alert level 3.

Floodwaters on the Dinh River in Ninh Hoa continue to rise and are expected to reach their peak within the next 6 to 12 hours. The flood peak on the Dinh River in Ninh Hoa will be above alert level 3. The water levels on the Cai River in Nha Trang and Phan Rang are approaching alert level 3.

Cai Nha Trang River is rising on November 19.

On November 19, heavy to very heavy rain is forecast to persist across the province. From now until the early morning of November 21, Khanh Hoa will continue to experience moderate to heavy rainfall with thunderstorms. During thunderstorms, there is a risk of tornadoes, lightning and strong gusts of wind.

In the sea areas of Khanh Hoa and the Truong Sa (Spratly Island) special zone, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected with northeast winds reaching level 6, with gusts at levels 7 to 8. It is forecasted there will be rough sea with coastal waves from 1 - 3.5m high; offshore waves from 3 - 5m high; and Truong Sa special zone waves from 3 - 5m high.

Authorities advise residents to remain vigilant, closely monitor weather updates, and take necessary precautions to ensure safety during this period of heavy rain and flooding.

C.D

Translated by N.T