Vietnam’s Mekong Delta braces for 2 high-tide surges this month
Vietnam News 16:28 09/11/2026Vietnam’s Mekong Delta is expected to experience two major high-tide events in November, increasing the risk of flooding in central and coastal areas, particularly toward the end of the month, the Southern Institute for Water Resources Planning said on Sunday.
Vietnam Morning Monitor: 14 foreigners suspected of stock trading scams, 35 detained in drug trafficking case
Vietnam News 07:30 09/11/2026Dong Nai police detain 35 people in a cross-border drug trafficking ring. 14 foreigners were suspected of illegally staying in Vietnam and running scams through a fake stock trading platform. Ho Chi Minh City could generate around 6 million tonnes of construction waste this year. The Mekong Delta is forecast to experience two high-tide periods in November. And there’s more in today’s morning news round-up.
High tides severely flood streets, homes in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 23:00 11/10/2026High tides submerged multiple streets and residential areas across Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday, leaving motorbikes stranded, disrupting traffic and forcing residents to build makeshift barriers to keep water out of their homes.
Peak high tides flood Ho Chi Minh City at dawn
Ho Chi Minh City 09:17 11/10/2026High tides peaked early Sunday morning, flooding several streets across Ho Chi Minh City and disrupting residents’ daily activities and travel.
High tides, afternoon rain threaten flooding in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 09:31 10/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City is bracing for potential flooding as high tides coincide with afternoon and evening rain on Saturday, October 10, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
Ho Chi Minh City traffic police warn of 122 flood-prone spots
Ho Chi Minh City 10:56 07/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City traffic police have warned of 83 flood-prone spots at risk of flooding from heavy rain and 39 others affected by high tides, while advising motorists on how to travel safely through flooded areas.
High tides flood Ho Chi Minh City’s District 7, disrupt commutes
Vietnam News 09:48 18/10/2024Ho Chi Minh City is expected to experience peak high tides on Friday
Flooding-prone street submerged as high tides, rain combine in Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam News 08:16 21/09/2024High tide during rush hour created significant travel difficulties for commuters
Concurrence of rain, high tide causes misery on Ho Chi Minh City streets
Vietnam News 11:51 28/09/2022The usual ‘nightmare’ recurred on Tuesday afternoon
Streets of Ho Chi Minh City swamped as downpour hits
Vietnam News 15:29 24/10/2021Torrential rains on Saturday afternoon happened in tandem with high tides