Hue, Nov. 3 -- The water levels of the Huong and Bo rivers in Hue city surpassed alarm level 3 as of 7 am on November 3, according to the city's hydro-meteorological station.

At Kim Long, the Huong river at Kim Long reached 3.75 m, 0.25 m above level 3, while the Bo river at Phu Oc measured 4.7 m, exceeding level 3 by 0.2 m.

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast to continue over the next few hours, with total precipitation ranging from 20 to 40 mm and some areas likely receiving more than 70 mm.

The prolonged downpour has caused rapid rises in river levels, leading to extensive flooding across downstream areas, low-lying zones, and urban centres. Flash floods and landslides have also been reported in mountainous regions, threatening...