Floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains since 2 August in the northern mountainous region of Vietnam have resulted in causalities and damage.

According to DG ECHO Partners, at least 12 people have died, five have been injured, and three are missing. A total of 30,000 people have been affected and 2,940 people have been displaced and are sheltering in safer locations.

On 8 August, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged officials to mitigate landslides and flood damage.

The Vietnam Red Cross Society is responding with immediate food assistance and essential items provided to 109 affected households.

DG ECHO Partners in the country are closely monitoring the situation in case assistance becomes necessary.