High tide flooded several streets in Ho Chi Minh City, causing many vehicles to stall and making it difficult for residents to travel.
On the afternoon of October 11, high tide flooded sections of Pham Huu Lau Street in Tan My Ward and Huynh Tan Phat Street in Tan Thuan Ward, disrupting travel and affecting residents’ daily life and businesses.
In some sections, the water rose almost to motorcycle exhaust pipes. Many vehicles stalled while passing through the flooded areas. Residents had to wade through the water and push their motorbikes to continue their journeys.
A local resident, Bay, born in 1980, said the water had been rising earlier and higher than usual since the previous day. “From 4:30 p.m., the river water rose and spilled onto the road. Whenever a car passes, waves enter the house, affecting my family’s business and daily life,” she said.
According to the Southern Regional Hydro-Meteorological Centre, peak tide levels at most stations on the Saigon River rose quickly and remained high over the past 24 hours.
At 5:40 p.m. on October 10, the peak tide at Thu Dau Mot station reached 1.87 m. At Phu An station, the water reached 1.66 m at 4 p.m., while Nha Be station recorded 1.74 m at 3:30 p.m.
From October 11 to 12, the peak tide is expected to continue rising and may reach 1.90–1.95 m at Thu Dau Mot station. At Phu An and Nha Be stations, the water level may range from 1.70–1.75 m, about 0.10–0.15 m above warning level 3.
Peak levels at Phu An and Nha Be stations are expected at about 4–6 a.m. and 4–6 p.m. At Thu Dau Mot station, the tide may peak at about 6–8 a.m. and 6–8 p.m.
The meteorological agency said this is one of the highest tide periods of the year. Heavy rain combined with high tide may cause flooding in low-lying and riverside areas and affect traffic and other activities in Ho Chi Minh City.
Residents were advised to monitor tide conditions, choose suitable routes and avoid travelling through deeply flooded areas where possible to stay safe.
Sources: Dân Trí
