Heavy rain and landslide risk warning issued for Phu Tho province.

On the evening of May 20th, the Phu Tho Provincial Meteorological and Hydrological Station issued a forecast of heavy rainfall in the area. According to the forecast, over the past 24 hours, Phu Tho province has been cloudy with moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms. Rainfall amounts from 7 PM on May 19th to 7 PM on May 20th ranged from 20 to 100 mm; some areas experienced very heavy rainfall, such as Tan Pheo (153 mm), Lam Thao (137 mm), Suoi Nhap Hydropower Plant (131 mm), Tho Son (129 mm), Muong Chieng (123 mm), Nang Yen (106 mm), and Cu Thang (105 mm)...

Forecasts indicate that, due to the influence of the southern edge of a low-pressure trough with its axis at approximately 25-28 degrees North latitude, connected to a weak low-pressure area to the west, combined with strong wind convergence from 1,500mm to 5,000mm altitude, from the evening of May 20th to May 21st, Phu Tho province will experience rain, moderate rain, with localized heavy rain and thunderstorms, with rainfall generally ranging from 30-60mm, and some areas exceeding 100mm. On the night of May 21st, the province will experience scattered showers and thunderstorms.

Warning of high rainfall risk (>100mm/3h).

Heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms, tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong gusts of wind have caused trees to fall, damaged houses, transportation infrastructure, and other facilities; there is a high risk of landslides, especially in steep areas and mountainous regions.

Heavy rains also pose a risk of flooding crops, causing soil saturation, and damaging or breaking plants; they can overload urban drainage systems, flood residential areas, cause traffic congestion, and reduce visibility for drivers.

People need to pay attention to measures to ensure the safety of their lives and property.

The forecast indicates that the rain will end by May 22nd.

MC

Source: https://baophutho.vn/canh-bao-mua-lon-va-nguy-co-sat-lo-dat-tai-phu-tho-254463.htm