Tropical storm heavily hits northern Vietnam

Ha Noi (VNA)- Tropical storm Kammuri, that slashed northern provinces on August 8, has left an estimated 100 locals either killed, injured or missing and caused heavy material damages.

The northern mountainous province of Yen Bai reported 25 deaths and four missing up to 16h local time on August 9. The natural disaster has submerged over 1,100 ha of rice and other food crops field while sweeping away or pulling down 21 homes.

Flash floods and landslides have also been reportedly wrecking havoc to other provinces, with mountainous communities hardest hit.

In an effort to cope with the calamity, Deputy Prime Minister Hoang Trung Hai circulated an office dispatch asking affected provinces to take immediate action to search for and rescue the missing and provide supplies for the victims instantly.

He also instructed relevant agencies to closely follow the developments of the storm and ensure that reservoirs and dykes are in safety.

No stone should be left unturned in order to mitigate the natural disaster's consequences, emphasised Deputy PM Hai.