Tropical storm Haima approaches VN

VGP – At least ten people were dead, 80 injured, and more than 1,000 houses collapsed due to torrential rains and whirlwind, as affected by tropical storm Haima which is approaching North Việt Nam, according to Mr. Lê Văn Hiến, the Deputy Director of Hải Phòng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

June 24, 2011 5:57 PM GMT+7

After hitting inland of Việt Nam, Haima tropical storm is forecasted to weaken and cause heavy rains in north and north central provinces and cities – Photo: NCHMF

Leaders of the northern coastal city of Hải Phòng immediately came to the areas ravaged by the whirlwind, which came before the storm, to instruct emergency and relief works, ensure social security, and protect properties for local residents.

Heavy rains arrived at dawn on Friday submerged many streets in Hà Nội, affecting traffic flow during rush hours.

The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF) reported that the tropical storm will make landfall in the coastal areas of Hải Phòng city and Nam Định province this night.

The storm is predicted to weaken on Saturday morning and turn into a low tropical depression./.

By Kim Anh