Ho Chi Minh City Underpass Suffers Frequent Flooding After Heavy Rains
A nearly 700-meter underpass near Ho Chi Minh City's new Eastern Bus Station was submerged by nearly half a meter of water during heavy rains on September 15, causing numerous vehicles to stall. Opened in 2023, the tunnel has frequently flooded during downpours, highlighting infrastructure development challenges.
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