Damages were estimated at over VND8.5 trillion, of which the central province of Ha Tinh alone suffered VND5.2 trillion in losses from typhoon Megi.  

The other two hard-hit central provinces of Quang Binh and Nghe An were reported as suffering damages worth some VND 1.9 trillion and VND1.2 trillion, respectively.  

In an effort to help victims recover, the Prime Minister has ordered the disbursement of VND660 billion from the State hedge budget and free supply of 11,000 tonnes of rice from the national rice reserves for disaster-hit areas.

In general, relief aid from various sources totalled almost VND 700 billion, over 14,000 tonnes of rice, over 153 tonnes of instant noodles, 58,000 boxes of mineral water bottles and many other daily necessities.  

Weather forecasters have warned of further complicated developments of natural disasters during the rest of the year, asking responsible agencies to stay alert and strictly follow the Prime Minister’s recent urgent guidelines on storm and flood control.