Heavy rain warning causes risk of flash floods and landslides

In the past 24 hours, many areas in Lao Cai recorded moderate rain, heavy rain, and in some places very heavy rain with rainfall measured over 60 mm.

It is forecasted that from now until the end of July 13, thunderstorms will continue, with some places experiencing very heavy rain; there is a risk of tornadoes, lightning, hail and strong gusts of wind, affecting traffic, life and infrastructure.

Map of flash flood and landslide risk in Lao Cai province

Specifically: From 7:00 p.m. on July 11 to 9:00 a.m. on July 12, areas in the province had scattered showers and thunderstorms; some places had heavy rain, such as: Ngu Chi Son 69.8 mm, Bat Xat 65.2 mm, Muong Hum 63.4 mm, Ban Xeo 63.2 mm.

From July 12 to 13, there will continue to be showers and thunderstorms, locally moderate to heavy rain (rainfall 10 - 30 mm, some places over 60 mm); thunderstorms are likely to cause tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong gusts of wind. From July 14, thunderstorms will gradually decrease, with rainfall below 10 mm.

Natural disaster warning: ⚠️ Natural disaster risk level due to tornado, lightning, hail: Level 1

Hazardous effects:

• Causing tree fall, roof damage, and building damage.
• Reduced visibility when participating in traffic.
• Risk of local flooding in urban and residential areas.
• High risk of flash floods, landslides.

⚠️ People need to closely monitor weather reports and take proactive precautions!

Source: https://baolaocai.vn/canh-bao-mua-lon-gay-nguy-co-lu-quet-va-sat-lo-dat-post648533.html