Central Vietnam Airports Grapple With Thunderstorms, 12 Flights Diverted
Severe thunderstorms on Monday night significantly reduced visibility at Da Nang International Airport in central Vietnam, forcing 12 flights to circle overhead and three to abort landing attempts. Phu Bai International Airport in Hue also saw one flight divert. The adverse weather is expected to persist through Wednesday night.
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