Southern Vietnam Faces Increased Flood Risk Amidst Heavy Rains and High Tides
Southern Vietnam is bracing for heavy downpours, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, Tay Ninh, and Lam Dong provinces. Ho Chi Minh City faces severe flooding risks as heavy rains coincide with high tides during evening rush hours.
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