A 500-metre stretch of coastline in My Thuy Village, My Thuy Commune, has suffered extensive erosion following heavy rain, high tides and strong waves associated with a tropical depression in mid-September.
The sea has encroached six to seven metres inland along much of the affected coastline, reaching more than 15 metres in some places.
Concrete coastal roads have cracked and subsided, while waves have dislodged large sections of pavement. Some stretches have been eroded into cliffs nearly two metres high, with lighting poles and business kiosks damaged or destroyed.
Erosion has also damaged wells and aquaculture ponds used for shrimp and snail farming. Two local shrines are threatened as waves continue to undermine the surrounding land.
Local authorities have evacuated 12 businesses from the beachfront, while dozens of nearby households are expected to require resettlement.
Nguyen Dinh Thong, a resident of My Thuy Village, said erosion was threatening homes, property and livelihoods, leaving residents increasingly anxious.
He called for authorities to arrange safe resettlement sites and provide assistance to help affected families relocate and rebuild their lives.
Another resident, Phan Thanh Hanh, who farms snails on about 1,000 square metres, said erosion had become far more severe than in previous storms.
Damage to wells and aquaculture ponds has disrupted production, forcing him at times to sell immature snails at reduced prices.
According to My Thuy Commune Vice Chairman Le Dac Trieu, local authorities had deployed personnel to help residents move boats and property to safety while preparing relocation plans.
He said protecting lives and property remained the immediate priority, alongside arranging resettlement, restoring livelihoods and addressing erosion damage.
Authorities are expected to announce a detailed relocation plan before October 10, with implementation subject to agreement from affected households.
The commune is continuing to monitor coastal erosion and warning residents to avoid dangerous areas.