Hanoi in floods after all-night downpours triggered by Typhoon Matmo

THE HANOI TIMES — Many parts of Hanoi were submerged on Monday morning [October 7] after heavy overnight rain brought by Typhoon Matmo swept across northern Vietnam, leaving streets deeply flooded and disrupting traffic in the capital.

According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, total rainfall over the past six hours ranged from 40mm to 80mm, with higher levels in some areas such as Soc Son (116mm) and Thuong Cat (91mm).

Satellite imagery showed a thick convective cloud band lingering over the region, continuing to trigger rain and thunderstorms across both central and suburban wards.

Forecasters warned that moderate to heavy rain is likely to persist over the next three to six hours, with localized totals possibly exceeding 100mm. Conditions are expected to ease by late evening.

Residents are advised to remain alert for flooding in low-lying areas and along major downtown streets, including Tran Vu, Doi Can, Lieu Giai, Nguyen Huu Huan, Trang Tien–Hang Bai, Lo Duc, Ton That Tung, Le Van Luong, Nguyen Trai, To Huu, Giai Phong, Nguyen Xien and Linh Nam, as well as in residential zones such as Linh Dam, Van Phu, Yen Nghia, Ngoc Lam and Co Linh.

Local authorities have also issued warnings of potential landslides in several suburban communes, including Ba Vi, Son Tay, Suoi Hai, Trung Gia and Kim Anh due to prolonged heavy rainfall.

Downpours overnight on October 6 caused flooding in Hanoi this morning. Video: Ta Minh Hieu  

Heavy rains trouble traffic in Hanoi's suburbs. Video: Ta Minh Hieu