Hoi An Old Town is flooded again; residents are busy raising their belongings to higher ground.

On November 17th, 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 daily lives and business activities of residents and small traders.

Observations at the scene showed knee-deep water in some low-lying sections of the road, forcing many businesses to urgently elevate their belongings and move goods to safer locations. Some vendors said that the water had only reached the edge of their porches that morning, but by noon it had risen rapidly, forcing them to react quickly.

Small traders at Hoi An market pack up their goods to avoid losses. Photo: Xuan Quynh

Some stalls in Hoi An market have been raised to protect them from flooding. Photo: Xuan Quynh

Representatives from the Hoi An Ward People's Committee stated that the unit had proactively issued early warnings to allow residents to prepare in time. Authorities continue to monitor water levels and remind residents to remain vigilant, protect their property, and ensure safety.

Rising water levels are causing flooding in many areas of Hoi An's old town. Photo: Xuan Quynh

River levels 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 this was the third time floodwater had entered her house since the end of October. "Although the water level this time wasn't as high as the recent historic flood, my husband and I didn't dare be complacent and quickly moved all our belongings to higher ground early this morning," Ms. Ly shared.

Environmental workers were mobilized to remove trash and clear waterways. Photo: PHAM NGA

Rising floodwaters inundate shops and stalls along the Hoai River. Photo: PHAM NGA

Rising floodwaters inundate shops and stalls along the Hoai River. Photo: PHAM NGA

XUAN QUYNH - PHAM NGA

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