Lao PDR, Flooding, Landslides, Storms, and Strong Winds in 15 Provinces (Effects of TC YAGI and Southwest Monsoon)

As of 16 September, Tropical Cyclone YAGI and heavy rainfall have directly impacted 8 provinces in Lao PDR, including Vientiane Capital, Phongsaly, Wangantha, Oudomxay, Ban Gao, Luang Prabang, Xayabouri, and Xiangkhouang. According to the latest report from NDMO Lao PDR, around 577 villages across 34 districts have been affected, with a total of 165K individuals (33.7K families) impacted, including 41% from the total affected populations or 68.3K is women. Impacts and damages report also include 4 persons dead, 78 roads, 58 schools, 8 hospitals, and 126 houses have been affected. Additionally, approximately 13,112.96 hectares of agricultural land, including paddy fields, have sustained damage. As of 16 September, MRC Near Real Time Station shows that water levels in the upper stretch of the Lower Mekong Basin have decreased. In Lao PDR, Vientiane remains above flood levels, while Nongkhai station is still experiencing elevated levels but is expected to drop below flood levels by 19 September. Paksane and Pakse stations are anticipated to reach alarm levels on 17 September. Vientiane is expected to return to normal conditions on 19 September.