Vietnam's Rare Cold Snap: Experts Warn of 10-Year High Intensity, Torrential Rain, and Gale-Force Winds
Vietnam's first cold snap of the season is one of the strongest in a decade, according to meteorologists. The north is experiencing record low temperatures, while the central region is battered by typhoon-like heavy rain and strong winds, raising concerns about extreme weather patterns.
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