Hoi An ancient town flooded again, people busy raising furniture

On November 17, the water level of the Hoai River in Hoi An Ward (Da Nang City) rose rapidly, causing many riverside roads to be deeply flooded, significantly affecting the lives and business activities of people and traders.

At the scene, the water was knee-deep in some low-lying sections of the road, forcing many businesses to urgently raise their furniture and move their goods to a safe place. Some small traders said that the water was only at the edge of their porches that morning, but by noon it had risen rapidly, forcing them to respond immediately.

Hoi An market traders clear their goods to avoid damage. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

Some stalls at Hoi An market have been raised to avoid flooding. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

A representative of the People's Committee of Hoi An Ward said that the unit had proactively issued early warnings so that people could prepare in time to respond. The authorities continued to monitor the water level and reminded people to be vigilant, protect their property, and ensure safety.

Water rose rapidly, many areas in Hoi An ancient town began to flood. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

River water rose in the Hoi An market area at noon on November 17. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

Ms. Hoang Thi Khanh Ly (residing in Hoi An ward) said that this is the third time floodwater has flooded into her house since the end of October. "Although the water level this time is not as high as the recent historic flood, my husband and I did not dare to be subjective, so we took the opportunity to move all of our belongings to higher ground early in the morning," Ms. Ly shared.

Environmental workers were mobilized to collect trash and clear the flow. Photo: PHAM NGA

Floodwaters rose high, flooding into shops along the Hoai River. Photo: PHAM NGA

Floodwaters rose high, flooding into shops along the Hoai River. Photo: PHAM NGA

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Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/pho-co-hoi-an-lai-ngap-nguoi-dan-tat-bat-ke-cao-do-dac-post823959.html