Around 0h, water rushed fiercely through the Khanh Van bridge area, causing over 500 m of DT 747B road to be submerged nearly mot meter. Many cars and motorbikes passing through stalled and got stuck.

Floodwaters caused many motorbikes to fall on DT 747B. Photo: Thai Ha

Thanh, owner of a roadside car tire shop, stated that the area experienced only light rain last night, but the water rose quickly, catching residents unprepared.

"Water flooded the road, and passing vehicles created waves that collapsed the shop door, damaging many items," Thanh said.

The Tan Hiep Ward People's Committee deployed personnel to block hai sides of the bridge, assisting residents with travel and relocating households from low-lying areas to safety.

Along the Thanh Phuoc canal, hundreds of homes in Tan Hiep and Tan Khanh wards also experienced flooding, resulting in significant property damage. The rising water also entered some companies along DT 747B road, disrupting production.

Many areas heavily flooded after heavy rain in the Khanh Van bridge area. Photo: Thai Ha

By the morning of 6/10, water levels near Khanh Van bridge had largely receded, though some low-lying residential areas remained submerged.

Ho Chi Minh City and the Southern region have experienced continuous heavy rainfall in recent days, leading to widespread flooding on many roads and residential areas. Heavy rains are forecast to continue in the coming days, with warnings issued for thunderstorms and lightning.

Phuoc Tuan