Parts of northern and central Laos have been hit by floods after Tropical Storm Koguma blew across Laos over the weekend. Floods and landslides triggered by Tropical Storm Koguma have impacted residences and agricultural land in Vientiane Province, Xayaboury, Xiengkhouang, and Bokeo.

According to local reports,  Pha Oudom District in Bokeo Province has seen floodwaters rise, with houses washed away. No official report on the extent of the damage.

Meanwhile, the Nam Houng River in Xayaboury province and Nam Song River in Vang Vieng District, Vientiane Province burst its banks today, flooding rice fields and entering villages and settlements along the river.

Several parts of Xiengkhouang province’s Khoun District have also been flooded, with landslides causing damage and cutting off roads.

Source: Laotiantimes