Two days after the floodwaters receded, residents of Tuong Duong were salvaging belongings from the thick mud.

Even though floodwaters receded more than two days ago, life in the flood-stricken western region of Nghe An province has yet to return to normal. Mud still clings to the streets and houses; damaged belongings and goods are piled up. Many families have spent days cleaning up but are still struggling amidst shortages and chaos.

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Tuong Duong commune is one of the areas most severely affected by the recent floods in Nghe An province. On the afternoon of July 26th, according to our reporter's observations, even though the water had receded two days ago, the local people were still struggling to clean up mud, sanitize their houses, and dry their belongings and goods... Photo: XH

Route 6, next to Hoa Binh market in Tuong Duong commune, is still covered in a thick layer of mud, making it impassable for vehicles. People still have to wade through puddles of mud mixed with garbage and damaged goods... Photo: QA

Along the roads lay scattered items and goods covered in mud. Ms. Nguyen Thi Ly from Tuong Duong commune choked back tears: "My shop was flooded up to the roof. Even if I wanted to save it, it was too late because the flood came so quickly. While fleeing, I only managed to grab a few dry clothes; everything else was left behind. Now, looking back, all I see is a pile of mud and the smell of dampness and mold. It's heartbreaking beyond words." (Photo: XH)

Since the floodwaters receded, residents, authorities, and local government have focused their efforts on cleanup. However, the sheer volume of damaged goods and belongings that had to be discarded is still scattered haphazardly along the roads and alleyways. Photo: QA

Ms. Luong Thi Hai, a resident of Tuong Duong commune, said: "Washing machines, rice cookers, gas stoves... the entire warehouse is now covered in mud and water. I had to ask four relatives to help, but we still haven't finished cleaning. I haven't showered for days; I just want to get some sleep and rest..." (Photo: XH)

Small business owners were heartbroken as they had to throw away their valuable goods, one by one. Photo: QA

Locals are scavenging for usable items after the flood. Photo: XH

Many people are cleaning household items in the murky water. Photo: XH

The piles of debris left behind by the flood continue to accumulate on the roads, and it seems impossible to clear them all. Photo: QA

These are relics that survived the historic flood. Photo: QA

Ms. Phan Thi Loi from Tuong Duong commune lamented: "The blankets, sheets, pillows, and mattresses that were soaked in mud and moldy are beyond saving. All the assets I've accumulated over the years are gone in an instant." (Photo: QA)

In Con Cuong commune, the situation is similar; although the water has receded for the past two days, there is still a huge amount of work to be done. Many people's clothes are still covered in mud. Photo: XH

Over the past few days, local authorities and organizations have joined hands to support flood victims in cleaning up their homes, clearing mud, and stabilizing their lives after the natural disaster. Currently, National Highway 7 is largely open, and people are hoping for further support to help them quickly return to normal life. Photo: QA

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