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Dak Lak tourism village opens homes for free to support flood victims

Local homestay owners suspend business to shelter evacuees and aid workers in a remarkable show of solidarity.

Lobster farmers suffer historic loss as floods kill over 20 million

Following historic floods, over 20 million lobsters in Song Cau ward, Dak Lak province, have died from freshwater exposure, dealing a devastating blow to local aquaculture communities just weeks before Tet.

Dak Lak’s flood epicenter: 25 dead, over USD 22 million in damages

Hoa Thinh commune in Dak Lak Province has been devastated by a historic flood, with initial reports confirming 25 fatalities, 24 homes completely destroyed, and total damages exceeding VND 560 billion (approx. USD 22.7 million).

A boat and a hero: Dak Lak man rescues over 40 in deadly flood

The People’s Committee of Dak Lak Province has awarded a certificate of merit to a 51-year-old man who bravely saved more than 40 people during the devastating floods in Hoa Thinh.

Brave hearts in the flood zone: Soldiers and police aid recovery efforts

As floodwaters receded, officers and soldiers from the Army and Police in Dak Lak Province promptly arrived in the most severely affected areas to carry out rescue and relief operations, helping residents clean up and return to normal life.

Police deny rumors of acid-related deaths during Dak Lak floods

Authorities debunk social media rumors of acid-related fatalities in central Vietnam floods.

Floodwaters surround communities in Gia Lai and Dak Lak

Though rainfall has eased, floodwaters remain dangerously high in many parts of eastern Gia Lai and Dak Lak, submerging homes and disrupting daily life.

Trapped on rooftops, families plead for help on Facebook amid sudden floods

Residents in Dak Lak climbed onto rooftops and livestreamed SOS calls as floods swept in overnight.

Durian exports resume after lab testing delays resolved

A temporary shutdown of testing labs delayed the clearance of nearly 2,000 durian containers from Dak Lak. Authorities confirm the situation is now under control and exports continue smoothly.

Head of underground group arrested for anti-government activity

Police in Dak Lak Province have detained the head of an underground organization posing as a religious group for allegedly sabotaging national unity policies.

Hospital heads arrested for faking 255 kidney stone treatments

Two department heads at a Dak Lak hospital were detained after charging for laser procedures never performed due to broken equipment.

Dak Lak releases six rare wild animals back to nature

Six wild animals were reintroduced to their natural habitat on September 21 by the centre for elephant conservation, animal rescue and forest protection management under the Department of Agriculture and Environment in central Dak Lak province.

Health ministry investigates fake kidney stone procedures with broken machine

Doctors at Tay Nguyen hospital allegedly billed for laser treatments never performed.

The Elephant King of Vietnam and his gift to Thailand’s monarchy

After capturing an exceptionally rare albino elephant with jet-black tusks, Y Thu K'nul gifted it to the King of Thailand and was honored with the noble title “Khunjunop” - the Elephant King.

Sixth suspected rabies death reported in Dak Lak province

A 12-year-old boy has died in Dak Lak, marking the sixth suspected rabies fatality in the province this year.

Dak Lak detects two Whitmore cases, launches urgent response

Two patients in Dak Lak have tested positive for the deadly “flesh-eating” Whitmore disease. Local health authorities are now mobilizing to prevent an outbreak.

Dak Lak hosts Vietnam Family Day 2025

The Vietnam Family Day, celebrated annally on June 28, aims to raise awareness among authorities at all levels and the wider society about the vital role of the family in national development, especially in this era of national advancement.

Dak Lak urges testing centers after toxic chemicals found in exported durian

Following China's detection of cadmium and auramine O in Vietnamese durians, Dak Lak seeks urgent government support for localized testing and oversight.

Chemical concerns spur Dak Lak into action to protect durian harvest

Farmers urge scientists to trace contamination sources before the harvest.

Man builds rotating house in Dak Lak, stuns visitors

Pham The Dan’s 360-degree rotating house blends mechanics and innovation to withstand the region’s harsh weather.