VOV.VN - The National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting reports that localities in the northern and north-central regions are experiencing the peak of a widespread heavy rain event on July 11 - 12, with total rainfall in some areas expected to exceed 250mm.

Authorities at the UNESCO-recognised heritage Ha Long Bay have been conducting solutions to preserve the natural wonder of thousands limestone islands and islets, forming the spectacular seascape of the property.

Creating more detailed flood and landslide risk maps is among the solutions the Government will carry out in the time ahead to cope with possible natural disasters, Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung said on November 6.