Tropical Storm Wipha Leaves Deadly Floods and Destruction in Southeast Asia

Tropical Storm Wipha has wreaked havoc across Southeast Asia, particularly impacting the Philippines and Vietnam. In the Philippines, the storm caused significant flooding, displacing tens of thousands and resulting in at least six fatalities.

The Marikina River overflowed, leading to widespread evacuations and ongoing challenges from relentless monsoon rains. Meanwhile, in Vietnam, Wipha made landfall and weakened, yet continued to unleash heavy rain and strong winds, causing extensive damage to rice fields and infrastructure.

The storm triggered high waves, flooding coastal streets, and resulted in the capsizing of a fishing boat. Authorities declared a state of alert, initiating evacuations and urging residents to prepare for potential landslides and flash floods.

As recovery efforts begin, airports have resumed operations, but the threat remains as remnants of the storm continue to pose risks. The event highlights the increasing frequency of severe weather in the region, underscoring the urgent need for preparedness in the face of climate change.