Australia supports flood victims in Vietnam. Photo from the Australian Embassy in Vietnam

Australia delivered an initial tranche of emergency relief supplies which will arrive in Hanoi today.

According to the Australian Embassy in Vietnam, Australia’s assistance will include services delivered through the Australian Humanitarian Partnership in concert with local organisations targeting the most affected communities and the most vulnerable populations. Their contribution will ensure women, children and people with disabilities can access lifesaving assistance. These supplies include essential provisions for families such as shelter and hygiene kits.

Australia’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Andrew Goledzinowski said that they are working closely with the Government of Vietnam and to ensure support reaches affected families and communities. 

Typhoon Yagi is the most powerful storm to hit northern Vietnam in over three decades. Ongoing heavy rainfall in the mountainous regions has led to severe flooding and landslides causing widespread destruction and loss of life.

A report from the Vietnamese Ministry of Agricultural and Rural Development showed that as of 1.30 pm on September 11, the death and missing toll caused by Typhoon Yagi and flash floods and landslides in several northern localities rose to 296 people, including 155 dead and 141 missing. More than 800 others had been injured.