CAO BẰNG — Due to the impact of Typhoon Bualoi’s circulation, heavy rains from the September 38 to 30 caused flooding in many areas of northern provinces of Cao Bằng and Lào Cai, with several talus slopes collapsing.

Schools and public facilities were inundated or damaged by landslides. In central wards, deep flooding blocked major roads, disrupting daily life. The Bằng River overflowed, flooding Phố Cũ, the Green Market, and the pedestrian street in Thục Phán Ward.

Kim Đồng Pedestrian Street in Thục Phán Ward is submerged by floodwaters. VNA/VNS Photos

Kim Đồng Pedestrian Street in Thục Phán Ward is submerged by floodwaters.

Several riverside houses in Thục Phán Ward were submerged by floodwaters.

Kim Đồng Pedestrian Street in Thục Phán Ward is submerged by floodwaters.

The Thục Phán Ward Military Command mobilised personnel and machinery to help residents evacuate their belongings on the night of September 29.

Meanwhile, in Lào Cai Province, heavy rains have caused widespread damage across many parts, resulting in severe losses of life and property. Local authorities and rescue forces are currently searching for the missing, assisting with evacuations, repairing the damage, and implementing measures to respond to the ongoing adverse weather conditions.

Bảo Nhai Commune in Lào Cai Province is heavily flooded due to torrential rains.

Residents of Bảo Nhai Commune (Lào Cai) use boats to move through flooded areas after heavy rains.

Bảo Nhai Commune in Lào Cai Province is heavily flooded due to torrential rains.