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Wednesday, 18:56, 07/10/2020

Heavy rain and flash floods ravage mountainous districts in Quang Tri province

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VOV.VN - A number of flash floods triggered by a prolonged period of heavy rain hit the central province of Quang Tri on October 7, causing serious damage to infrastructure and property throughout the locality.
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Mountainous districts throughout Quang Tri province endure spells of torrential rain from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on October 7. Rainfall is measured at 100mm in My Chanh district, 117mm in A Bung district, 128mm in Ta Rut district, 130mm in A Vao district, 135mm in Huong Linh district, and 137mm in Huong Hiep district.
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Local authorities warn that this current spell of wet weather is forecast to remain during the course of the next three to six hours.
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As a result of the heavy downpours, water levels in the rivers and streams in Huong Hoa and Dakrong districts of Quang Tri province rise at an alarming rate.
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Local flooding also leads to the destruction of embankments and damages many roads in the surrounding area, therefore leading to severe traffic disruption.
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Border guards remain on duty for 24 hours as a means of ensuring the safety of local residents.
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With floodwaters rising at a fast rate, many roads are engulfed in water, making them in accessible for local people.
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Teachers are unable to come home from school due to rising water levels.
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Border guards warn citizens of the dangers of travelling on the many submerged roads throughout the province.
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Local authorities urgently mobilise relevant forces in an effort to evacuate residents from dangerous areas, in addition to assisting them in moving their valuable belongings to safe places.
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