Environment

Owner of Nha Trang beach pipeline identified

Authorities in Bac Nha Trang Ward, Khanh Hoa Province, have identified the owner of a pipeline exposed along Hon Chong Beach, saying it belongs to a state-run aquaculture research institution.

Lao Cai braces for flooding and landslide risks

Authorities in Lao Cai Province have stepped up preparedness measures amid warnings of flooding and landslides following heavy rainfall across northern Vietnam.

Cold air spreads, northern areas may see over 250mm of rain

(Dan Tri) - Due to a late-season cold spell, heavy to very heavy rain is forecast across northern and north-central Vietnam from June 8-9, with over 250mm in places.

Coastal forest fires break out again in Quang Tri

Coastal forests in Quang Tri Province have been hit by a series of fires amid prolonged hot weather and strong dry winds.

Hundreds battle forest fire in Nghe An amid intense heat

Hundreds of firefighters, soldiers and residents were mobilised after a forest fire reignited in Nghe An Province despite being brought under control the previous night.

Rare June cold front returns to northern Vietnam after a decade

A cold air mass is set to hit northern Vietnam, marking the first June cold front to affect the region in more than a decade, forecasters said.

Cold air sweeps into Vietnam, heavy rain set to hit the north

The weather agency said late-season cold air will bring heavy to very heavy rain to northern and north-central Vietnam from June 8-9.

Hundreds of hectares of melaleuca forest decline in U Minh Ha

Hundreds of hectares of native melaleuca forest in U Minh Ha National Park are showing signs of severe decline, with widespread tree deaths threatening to alter the area's ecosystem.

Northern Vietnam set for late-season cold spell

Northern Vietnam is expected to experience the final cold air intrusion of the season, bringing heavy rainfall and a sharp end to the current heatwave, according to the national weather agency.

Phong Nha-Ke Bang recognised as UNESCO biosphere reserve

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri Province has been officially recognised as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

Water hyacinths and debris inundate Vung Tau beach

Large quantities of water hyacinths and marine debris washed ashore at Bai Truoc Beach in Vung Tau Ward, HCM City, on Thursday, affecting the area's landscape and environment.

Hanoi urged to build 500 motorbike emissions testing centres

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has urged Hanoi to build 400-500 motorbike emissions testing centres ahead of mandatory inspections due in 2027.

Coastal provinces urged to brace for tropical depression

Fourteen coastal provinces and cities have been urged prepare for a tropical depression in the East Sea, citing potential risks to vessels operating in affected waters.

35 red-whiskered bulbuls confiscated in HCM City

Forestry authorities in HCM City have confiscated 35 red-whiskered bulbuls after the owner of an ornamental animal business failed to provide documents proving their origin.

Rare sea turtle rescued off HCM City coast

A rare sea turtle caught in a fishing net off Ho Tram in HCMC was rescued and released back into the sea on Thursday.

Northern region braces for heavy rain, with over 130mm in places

Heavy to very heavy rain may hit parts of northern Vietnam late on June 4, with some areas expected to record more than 130mm.

East Sea sees first tropical depression of 2026

The first tropical depression of 2026 has formed over the East Sea and is unlikely to make landfall in Vietnam, according to meteorologists.

Rare yellow-headed tortoise released into the wild in Dong Nai

A rare yellow-headed tortoise was released into a protected forest in Dong Nai City after being found by a local resident and handed over to authorities.

Hanoi flood-control projects near completion

Seven emergency flood-control projects in Hanoi are expected to be completed by June 30, strengthening the capital's drainage system ahead of the 2026 rainy season.