In response to the devastating floods that have struck provinces across South Central Vietnam in recent days, VietNamNet is calling on its readers to demonstrate the spirit of solidarity and compassion by supporting affected communities.
Continuous heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in provinces such as Khanh Hoa, Quang Ngai, Gia Lai, and Dak Lak, resulting in significant loss of life and property.
This morning (November 23), the Department of Dyke Management and Disaster Prevention under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment reported that although rainfall has decreased in some areas, many regions remain submerged and isolated due to impassable roads.
As of the morning of November 23, the number of casualties continues to rise, with 102 people reported dead or missing. Of those, 63 fatalities occurred in Dak Lak alone. Initial estimates place the total economic loss at approximately 9,035 billion VND (about 367 million USD).
In Dak Lak, four communes in the former Phu Yen region - Hoa Xuan, Dong Hoa, Hoa Thinh, and Hoa My - remain heavily flooded and inaccessible.
In Khanh Hoa, 87 households (364 residents) in Dien Dien and Hoa Tri are still inundated. In Lam Dong, 127 households are flooded, including 105 in Nam Da commune and 22 in Cat Tien commune.
Floodwaters rose so quickly and deeply that many residents in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, described this as the most terrifying flood they had ever experienced. Many were caught off guard, trapped, and forced to call for help online from rooftops.
The situation in Dak Lak is no different. As waters surged uncontrollably, many families clung to their rooftops and posted desperate pleas for rescue on social media.
Preliminary reports indicate that many families have lost their homes entirely, now facing complete destitution. They lack food, clean water, medicine, and basic supplies. Hundreds of students have been forced to stop attending school as their classrooms remain submerged. In low-lying areas, urgent relief is needed to help residents stabilize their lives.
In times of hardship, the Vietnamese spirit of "mutual love and support" shines brightly. To share in the difficulties of those affected by the floods, VietNamNet is launching a campaign calling on readers, organizations, businesses, and philanthropists to contribute to helping victims rebuild their lives.
Every donation, no matter how small, can help people overcome this challenging time. Community support not only provides material assistance but also offers emotional encouragement to those struggling amid the floodwaters.
Recent floods have caused severe damage in the Central Highlands and south-central provinces. Photo: Tuy Hoa Young
A house in Phu Huu hamlet (Hoa Thinh commune, Dak Lak) is submerged up to the roof, with floodwaters sweeping away all its doors. Photo: Hai DuongProlonged heavy rains and deep flooding forced many residents to climb onto rooftops to call for help.Many households lost their homes entirely, leaving them with nothing in the aftermath of the floods.
In low-lying areas, many residents are in urgent need of relief to stabilize their lives.
Readers, organizations, and businesses can donate by transferring funds to the following VietNamNet bank accounts:
· Vietcombank: 0011002643148
· VietinBank: 114000161718
Transfer message: Support for flood victims in South Central Vietnam.
All contributions will be publicly reported by VietNamNet, with full transparency, and will be directly delivered to residents in the most severely affected areas.
In these trying times, the support of the community is a vital pillar helping thousands of families move beyond their grief and rebuild peaceful lives.
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