Traffic on Dương Văn Bé Street, Hoàng Mai District, has resumed after authorities cleared fallen trees. — VNA/VNS Photo Nguyễn Văn Cảnh

Hà Nội — Hà Nội’s roads have been fully cleared on Monday and traffic is mostly normal after super typhoon Yagi hit the city over the weekend, bringing down thousands of trees and causing major disruptions.

Uprooted trees, broken branches, and flooding were reported across the city, causing significant damage to infrastructure and disrupting daily life.

According to the latest reports, 25,156 trees were either broken or uprooted, with most incidents occurring in the districts of Hoàng Mai, Long Biên, Gia Lâm, Đông Anh, and Nam Từ Liêm.

The falling trees caused injuries and damaged vehicles and buildings.

In Thạch Thất District, landslides occurred, while Chương Mỹ District saw dyke collapses, submerged roads, and widespread damage to homes, livestock pens, and power poles.

Quốc Oai and Ba Vì districts also reported eroded roads, toppled power poles, and sunken boats.

Heavy rains on Saturday triggered blackouts across parts of the city, particularly in suburban areas, though most power was restored by Sunday.

Flooding affected both urban and rural areas, with thousands of hectares of crops ruined.

The disaster has left four people dead and 17 injured, with the city mobilising resources to manage the aftermath.

Authorities are focused on healthcare, safety in schools, restoring power, clearing debris, and ensuring essential goods for the residents.

Lieutenant General Nguyễn Hải Trung, director of Hà Nội Police, instructed police forces at the district, commune, and ward levels to work closely with local authorities to clear debris and restore order.

Priority was given to removing fallen trees and ensuring key roads were passable, allowing emergency workers and residents to move safely.

By Sunday afternoon, police and emergency services had cleared much of the damage from major streets.

However, authorities have warned that more rain is expected due to the lingering effects of the storm.

Hà Nội residents have been advised to drive carefully, adhere to traffic regulations, and follow instructions from police stationed at key intersections.

In preparation for the storm’s impact, the city’s police force had been on high alert.

Officers and equipment were fully mobilised for flood response, ensuring continuous communication and readiness for any emergencies.

The police were also prepared for disaster management and search-and-rescue missions in line with the "four on-site" principle.

On Saturday and Sunday, Hà Nội’s fire and rescue police, alongside district and town units, deployed nearly 300 vehicles and around 2,000 officers.

They responded to 172 incidents, including fallen trees, damaged roofs, and blocked roads.

Authorities have directed all forces, including the police, to continue the cleanup efforts and ensure the city’s roads remain clear for traffic. — VNS