Ho Chi Minh City Submerged by High Tide, Disrupting Traffic and Daily Life
Ho Chi Minh City experienced widespread flooding on the evening of October 11 due to a high tide. Vehicles stalled, and children were seen swimming in front of their homes. This phenomenon highlights the vulnerability of urban infrastructure and the impacts of climate change.
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