Heavy rainfall lasting from 2:00am to 7:00am on Tuesday morning resulted in inundation along many streets in Da Nang, disrupting traffic and leading to school closures. The total rainfall ranged over 100mm from 4:00am - 6:00am, with some areas recording up to 140mm.

Many streets and areas in Son Tra, Hai Chau and Thanh Khe districts are flooded due to the intense rainfall in a short period. Photo: HOANG HIEP

According to the Mid-Central Region Centre for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting, today, November 5, moderate to heavy rain continues to come down on many districts across the city. Rainfall amounts will generally range from 50-100mm, with some locations exceeding 150mm.

Meteorologists said the intense rainfall may cause further flooding in low-lying and urban areas, as well as increase the risk of flash floods and landslides in mountainous regions.

Reporting by HOANG HIEP -Translating by M.DUNG, V.DUNG