The death toll from Typhoon Bualoi in Vietnam has climbed to 36, as heavy rains and floods continue to disrupt life in northern central regions. Authorities reported that the powerful storm left 21 people missing and injured 147 others, while rescue and relief efforts remain underway in badly hit areas.
Bualoi made landfall on Monday, bringing destructive winds, massive sea swells and torrential downpours that caused widespread flooding and landslides. The disaster management agency confirmed that the typhoon has inflicted severe damage on infrastructure, including roads, schools and government offices, further complicating recovery operations in affected provinces.
In its latest update, the agency raised the estimate of property damage to 11.5 trillion dong ($435.80 million), a significant increase from the earlier assessment of $303 million. The rapid escalation in losses highlights the destructive force of Bualoi and the urgent need for additional support to stabilize communities.
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Moreover, the storm caused power grid failures that left tens of thousands of households without electricity for several days. As authorities work to restore power, local communities have faced difficulties accessing clean water, healthcare and essential supplies, intensifying the hardship faced by residents already grappling with flood-related challenges.
The typhoon also devastated Vietnam’s agricultural heartlands, destroying over 51,000 hectares of rice and other crops. Additionally, more than 210,000 houses were damaged or submerged, raising fears of food insecurity and long-term economic strain in rural areas dependent on farming for their livelihood.
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Despite ongoing relief efforts, the scale of destruction underscores the growing vulnerability of Vietnam to increasingly powerful storms and floods. Officials have pledged continued rescue operations, financial support for affected families, and long-term infrastructure rebuilding to strengthen resilience against future disasters.