Dien bien: During his visit to Hang Pu Xi, a village severely impacted by flash floods in Xa Dung commune in the northwestern mountainous province of Dien Bien, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha urged all forces, particularly local administrations and on-site forces, to treat the disaster response as a battle to protect residents at all costs.

According to Vietnam News Agency, downpours from the night of July 31 to August 1 triggered severe flash floods across several communes in Dien Bien province, including Na Son, Muong Luan, Xa Dung, and Tia Dinh, as well as surrounding areas. So far, eight people have been confirmed dead and three are missing. Several injured residents have been taken to medical facilities for treatment.

In Hang Pu Xi village alone, 17 houses were affected, with 14 completely swept away. Currently, access to 30 villages remains impossible due to severe road disruptions.