In the province, Mr Hai extended his condolences to the families of flood victims and asked the local authorities to continue their search for the missing, prevent famine and landslides, and prepare seeds and animals for the next crop.

He underscored the need to closely manage the process of discharging floodwater from the province’s reservoirs.

Vice President of the Quang Nam People’s Committee Le Phuoc Thanh reported that the recent floods killed five people, wounded four and left three missing. They also submerged nearly 8,500 houses, offices, and schools.

The provincial people’s committee has asked for financial aid from government to build anti-landslide walls and embankments.