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| As rainfall eases, water levels in Hue’s rivers recede |
Hydrological data recorded at 7 a.m. on November 11 showed that the water level of the Huong River at Kim Long Station stood at 1.61 meters, 0.39 meters below Alert Level 2, while that of the Bo River at Phu Oc Station reached 2.86 meters, 0.14 meters below the same alert level. The water levels of the O Lau River at Phong Binh Station and the Truoi River at Truoi Station were recorded at 1.76 meters and 2.61 meters, respectively. At Thuong Nhat Station, the rive level of Ta Trach River stood at 58.59 meters, 0.41 meters below Alert Level 1.
According to the forecast, rain will continue across Hue City from the morning of November 11 through November 12. Scattered showers, with localized moderate to heavy rain, are expected in lowland areas, while mountainous areas will experience moderate to heavy rain, with intense rainfall expected in some places.
Rainfall totals over the next 24 - 48 hours are expected to range from 40-70 mm in lowland areas, with some places receiving over 100mm, and 50 - 150 mm in mountainous areas, with isolated amounts exceeding 200 mm. Rainfall is forecast to decrease rapidly from November 13. The natural disaster risk level for heavy rain is Level 1.
Meteorological authorities have warned that heavy rainfall could trigger flash floods, landslides, and rockslides in mountainous areas and along small rivers and streams. It could also cause waterlogging and flooding in low-lying areas downstream of rivers.
Notably, some schools in Hue have suspended classes due to heavy rain and flooding. Although rainfall has eased and river water levels are receding, the risk of drowning remains, particularly in areas around rivers, lakes, ponds, dams, and places where floodwaters remain deep.
Authorities have advised parents to keep a close eye on their children and ensure they do not go unsupervised to rivers, streams, ponds, lakes, or flooded areas to play, swim, or catch fish. Residents are urged to continue monitoring weather conditions, proactively take safety measures, and remain alert to any unexpected developments in rainfall and flooding.