Environment

Dau Tieng Reservoir levels fall amid peak dry season

Prolonged dry-season heat in southern Vietnam has lowered water levels at Dau Tieng Reservoir, exposing vast sandbanks in Tay Ninh Province.

Hailstorm collapses house, injures four in Lao Cai

Four people were injured and a house collapsed after a severe hailstorm with strong winds struck Bac Ha Commune, Lao Cai Province, early on April 16.

Storm and tornado rip roofs off homes in Central Highlands

Heavy rain and a tornado have damaged dozens of homes in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, with strong winds tearing off roofs and toppling trees.

Vietnam targets 50 per cent electric public transport by 2030

Vietnam plans to ensure at least half of public transport in cities runs on electricity by 2030, alongside broader efforts to improve energy efficiency and security.

Cold front to end heatwave across northern Vietnam

A weak cold front is set to bring rain and cooler weather to northern Vietnam from April 16, ending a prolonged spell of hot conditions.

Four rescued bears transferred to Bach Ma National Park

Four captive bears from Ho Chi Minh City have been relocated to a rescue centre in Bach Ma National Park for long term care and rehabilitation.

Rare macaque in Thanh Hoa returned to the wild

A rare long-tailed macaque that strayed into a garden in Thanh Hoa Province has been handed over for release back into the wild.

Rare, critically endangered wildlife captured at Bach Ma National Park

Camera traps have recorded several rare and endangered species at Bach Ma National Park in central Vietnam, including three classified as critically endangered.

10-metre whale washes ashore on Dak Lak coast

A 10-metre whale weighing about two tonnes has washed ashore in Dak Lak Province, despite repeated efforts by local fishermen to guide it back to sea.

Gia Lai releases eight rare animals back into forest

Authorities in Gia Lai have released eight endangered wild animals into Kon Ka Kinh National Park following rescue and rehabilitation efforts.

Dead sea turtle washes ashore in Vung Tau

A dead adult green sea turtle washed ashore at Sau beach in Vung Tau on April 9, drawing attention from residents and tourists.

Tornado damages homes and disrupts traffic in Lam Dong

A tornado accompanying heavy rain tore through Bao Loc in Lam Dong Province, ripping roofs off homes, toppling trees and disrupting traffic.

Hanoi orders halt to dust-causing construction sites

Hanoi has ordered stricter enforcement of environmental and safety standards at construction sites, including suspending projects that generate excessive dust or pose safety risks.

Early heatwave raises risk of record temperatures in Vietnam

Vietnam is facing an early nationwide heatwave, with temperatures already exceeding 40 degree Celsius, increasing the likelihood of record heat in 2026.

Unusual foam and colour changes reported at Vung Tau beach

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are monitoring unusual seawater discolouration and white foam in Vung Tau, with samples taken for analysis amid public concern.

HCM City to enforce vehicle emissions control by 2030

HCM City plans to bring all vehicles under emissions control by 2030, aiming to cut air pollution and improve public health.

Dien Bien on highest alert after 2,500 forest fire hotspots

Authorities in Dien Bien Province have raised highest forest fire alert after detecting more than 2,500 hotspots in the first quarter of 2026.

Heatwave sweeps Vietnam with temperatures above 39 degrees Celsius

A nationwide heatwave is set to grip Vietnam, with temperatures reaching up to 39 degrees Celsius and higher in some areas over the coming days.

Four rare species found in Than Sa-Phuong Hoang Nature Reserve

Four rare animal species have been spotted in the Than Sa-Phuong Hoang Nature Reserve through biodiversity surveys and monitoring conducted over the past two years.