Vietnam

2024 - 9 - 10

Typhoon Yagi: When Nature Throws a Tantrum and Takes a Bridge with It!

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Typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc in Vietnam, collapsing bridges, sweeping away buses, and creating a perfect storm of disaster! Find out the chaos that ensued!

Typhoon Yagi, the fiercest storm of the year, barreled its way into Vietnam, delivering a devastating blow that left the country reeling. With winds howling up to 92 mph, this super typhoon made landfall and unleashed a tempest of torrential rains and landslides across northern regions. Sadly, the aftermath has left at least 60 people dead and many others missing, as rescue operations scrambled to reach those affected. Amidst this chaos, a steel bridge famously known for connecting communities gave way under the pressure, further complicating already dire emergency responses.

The aftermath of Typhoon Yagi paints a grim picture; heavy rains triggered flooding that swept away homes, businesses, and even a bus, tragically claiming lives in the process. The Vietnamese meteorological agency has been issuing warnings of continued downpours, leaving residents on high alert for potential further disasters. Video footage shared on social media showed rescue crews valiantly working to save those stranded in various locations while others worked to clear debris from roads and assess the extent of the damage.

In the wake of Yagi, communities have banded together, showcasing the resilience of the Vietnamese spirit. Neighbors are uniting to help one another, sharing resources as they navigate the destruction. This kind of solidarity exemplifies the best of humanity, reminding us that even in the darkest times, we can find light through kindness and support. Despite tremendous losses, there are stories emerging of hope, with many individuals and organizations stepping up to provide assistance to affected families.

But that's not all! Interestingly, Typhoon Yagi is not just a storm - it's a fierce reminder of the unpredictability of nature. Featuring as the strongest typhoon to hit Vietnam in decades, it stands as a testament to the ever-changing landscape of climate events in the region. Moreover, in addition to its turbulent winds, the storm caused notable economic disruptions, particularly in Vietnam’s industrial heartland, affecting businesses and livelihoods.

While the road to recovery may be long and winding, it's vital to note that typhoons like Yagi can actually reshape ecosystems in their wake. They can lead to a regeneration of certain flora and fauna, although this is often overshadowed by the devastation they leave behind. So, as we watch the resilience of Vietnam in the face of such adversity, it serves as a poignant reminder of the duality of nature - its beauty and power all intertwined, leaving us all to ponder on this wild ride of existence!

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Typhoon Yagi collapses busy bridge in Vietnam (BBC News)

Typhoon Yagi, the most powerful to hit Asia this year, kills 60 and destroys homes across north of country.

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Dozens dead after Typhoon Yagi makes landfall in Vietnam (The Washington Post)

Dozens of people were dead or missing after Typhoon Yagi struck, triggering heavy rains and landslides. A steel bridge collapsed as a result of the ...

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Dozens dead in Vietnam from Typhoon Yagi flooding, state media ... (NPR)

Typhoon Yagi was the strongest typhoon to hit Vietnam in decades, with winds up to 92 mph. The country's meteorological agency warns continuing downpours ...

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Typhoon Yagi Weakens After Killing 49 in Vietnam (The New York Times)

The storm was downgraded to a tropical depression after churning across the country's north. It left at least 24 dead in China and the Philippines last ...

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At least 59 dead in Vietnam as Typhoon Yagi triggers landslides ... (Aljazeera.com)

Torrential rains have caused havoc, landslides and a bridge collapse, and swept a bus into a torrent.

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Flooding sweeps away bus, bridge collapses in Vietnam as storm ... (Voice of America)

Nine people died when Typhoon Yagi made landfall in Vietnam on Saturday before weakening to a tropical depression, and at least 50 others have died in the ...

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A bus was swept away by a flood in a storm in Vietnam, raising the ... (PBS NewsHour)

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — A bridge collapsed and a bus was swept away by flooding in Vietnam on Monday, raising the death toll in the Southeast Asian country to ...

Heavy rains, floodings continue in north Vietnam in Yagi's wake (ICIS)

SINGAPORE (ICIS)–Heavy rains and floodings continued in northern Vietnam on Monday, two days since Super Typhoon Yagi made landfall in the region and killed ...

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More than 50 killed in Vietnam after Typhoon Yagi triggers floods ... (FRANCE 24)

Dozens of people have been killed in northern Vietnam after Asia's most powerful storm this year triggered floods and landslides on its way west.

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Nearly 64 dead as Typhoon Yagi hammers Vietnam (New Zealand Herald)

A bridge has collapsed and a bus was swept away by flooding in Vietnam, raising the death toll in the Southeast Asian country to at least 64 from a typhoon.

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Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam with torrential rains, killing almost 60 as ... (CBS News)

Officials in Vietnam have blamed at least 59 deaths on Typhoon Yagi, which has also crippled business in the country's industrial heartland.

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Vietnam Storm Deaths Rise to 64 as a Bridge Collapses and ... (The National Herald)

A bridge collapse due to floods triggered by typhoon Yagi in Phu Tho province, Vietnam on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024 (Bui Van Lanh/ VNA via AP).

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Northern Vietnam inundated in aftermath of Typhoon Yagi as storm ... (ABC News)

The tropical cyclone is the strongest to hit the country in decades, with major industrial hubs in the country's north hit by torrential rains and flooding.

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Dozens dead in Vietnam from Typhoon Yagi flooding, state media ... (KPCW)

Typhoon Yagi was the strongest typhoon to hit Vietnam in decades, with winds up to 92 mph. The country's meteorological agency warns continuing downpours ...

Vietnam storm deaths rise to 64 as a bridge collapses and flooding ... (Corsicana Daily Sun)

A bridge collapsed and a bus was swept away by flooding in Vietnam, raising the death toll there to at least 64 from a typhoon and subsequent heavy rains.

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Vietnam death toll from Typhoon Yagi jumps to 59 (FRANCE 24)

Yagi, according to meteorologists the most powerful typhoon to hit northern Vietnam in 30 years, downed bridges, tore roofs off buildings and damaged ...

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Typhoon Yagi leaves more than 60 dead, dozens missing in Vietnam (CNA)

A 30-year-old bridge over the Red River in the northern province of Phu Tho collapsed on Monday, leaving eight missing.

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Floods inundate north Vietnam as Typhoon Yagi death toll climbs (Reuters)

Severe floods are expected to inundate parts of Vietnam's north, including the capital Hanoi, government officials said, as the aftermath of typhoon Yagi, ...

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Dramatic footage shows truck plunging into water during bridge ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Reports said 10 cars and trucks, along with two motorbikes, fell into the river. Some people were pulled out of the river and taken to a hospital, ...

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Typhoon Yagi leaves 40 missing, 63 dead in Vietnam (Voice of America)

Emergency workers raced to evacuate thousands of people from severe floods Tuesday after Typhoon Yagi swept through northern Vietnam, killing 63 people and ...

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Leading renewables firm Enel to exit Vietnam, sources say (Reuters)

Italy's Enel is preparing to exit Vietnam, three people briefed on the matter told Reuters, in what would be the latest move by a western firm to scrap ...

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Rescue on as Typhoon Yagi leaves 40 missing, 63 dead in Vietnam (FRANCE 24)

Emergency workers raced to evacuate thousands of people from severe floods Tuesday after Typhoon Yagi swept through northern Vietnam, killing 63 people and ...

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Dashcam shows moment bridge collapses in Vietnam following ... (The Guardian)

The bridge in Vietnam collapsed as more rain fell following Typhoon Yagi, which has caused dozens of deaths in the south-east Asian country.

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Italian Energy Major Scraps Vietnam Energy Transition Plans (OilPrice.com)

Italy's energy giant Enel has scrapped plans to invest in Vietnam's wind and solar market, citing grid connection issues and regulatory hurdles.

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Rescue on as Typhoon Yagi leaves 40 missing, 63 dead in Vietnam (Bennington Banner)

Emergency workers raced to evacuate thousands of people from severe floods Tuesday after Typhoon Yagi swept through northern Vietnam, killing 63 people and ...

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Yagi: More than 80 dead in Vietnam after super typhoon sweeps ... (BBC News)

At least 82 people have now died in Vietnam as a super typhoon which hit on Saturday continues to bring heavy rainfall, landslides and flooding.

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Death toll from Vietnam storm rises to 87 with 70 people missing ... (Delta-Optimist)

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — The death toll in Vietnam from Typhoon Yagi and subsequent heavy rain that triggered floods and landslides climbed to 87 on Tuesday, ...

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Death toll from Vietnam storm rises to 87, with 70 people missing (alloaadvertiser.com)

Hundreds of other people have been injured in floods and landslides triggered by Typhoon Yagi and subsequent heavy rain.

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Death toll from Vietnam storm rises to 87, with 70 people missing (Largs and Millport Weekly News)

Hundreds of other people have been injured in floods and landslides triggered by Typhoon Yagi and subsequent heavy rain.

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Typhoon Yagi unleashes destruction in Vietnam, threatens Hanoi (RNZ)

The death toll is at least 127, with 54 people still missing as flooding hits the northern provinces.

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Thousands flee homes in Vietnam as Typhoon Yagi death toll climbs ... (Aljazeera.com)

Fifty-four people are still missing, authorities say, as typhoon threatens to bring destruction to the capital Hanoi.

Death toll from Vietnam storm rises to 87 with 70 people missing ... (Delta-Optimist)

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — The death toll in Vietnam from Typhoon Yagi and subsequent heavy rain that triggered floods and landslides climbed to 87 on Tuesday, ...

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At least 87 dead and dozens missing in Vietnam after Typhoon Yagi (PBS NewsHour)

The death toll from Typhoon Yagi and its subsequent rain that triggered floods and landslides has climbed to 87 as 70 others remain missing and hundreds ...

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Death toll rises to 87 from Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam (1 News)

Vietnamese state broadcaster VTV said floods and landslides caused most of the deaths. Water levels in several rivers, including the Red River that flows ...

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Dozens dead in Vietnam after 'worst typhoon' in 30 years (The Week Magazine)

A powerful typhoon has left at least 58 people dead and hundreds missing in Vietnam. Rains and heavy flooding from Typhoon Yagi triggered landslides and ...

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Death toll in Vietnam from impacts of Typhoon Yagi rises to 127 (ABC News)

The death toll in Vietnam from Asia's worst storm this year reaches 127, with torrents of rain triggering floods and landslides, burying homes, ...

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