Typhoon Yagi claims 74 lives in Myanmar, causes flooding in Thailand, Laos

16/09/2024 10:47
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KPL (KPL/VNA) The Global New Light of Myanmar reported on September 15 that as of September 13 evening, flooding and landslides triggered Typhoon Yagi in the country had left 74 and 89 others missing.

(KPL/VNA) The Global New Light of Myanmar reported on September 15 that as of September 13 evening, flooding and landslides triggered Typhoon Yagi in the country had left 74 and 89 others missing.

The Myanmar government announced that more than 235,000 people were left homeless as a result of the typhoon.

Official statistics show that floods and landslides have killed nearly 350 people in Myanmar, Vietnam, Laos and Thailand after Typhoon Yagi swept through the region last weekend. Search and rescue efforts have been still underway.

The flood situation in Nong Khai province, northeastern Thailand, continued to worsen as the water level on the Mekong River kept rising due to prolonged heavy rains. Thousands of people have had to face the prospect of their homes being submerged in water and their lives being turned upside down.

The Thai authorities have warned that the Mekong River’s water level could continue to rise in the next days, threatening people’s lives and property. As a result, emergency response measures have been implemented, including evacuating residents and building protective barriers.

Thai people are advised to closely monitor weather and flood updates and prepare necessary items to deal with emergencies.

In Laos, on September 14, the Mekong River's water level continued rising. Authorities of Vientiane capital have issued a notice to people in low-lying areas to prepare response plans in all situations, saying that protecting people's lives is always the top priority.

 

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