The Australian Government will provide Vietnam with $3 million for humanitarian relief, emergency supplies and other essential services in response to the devastating Typhoon Yagi.
Typhoon Yagi is the most powerful storm to hit northern Vietnam in over three decades. Ongoing heavy rainfall in the mountainous regions has led to severe flooding and landslides causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
More than 150 deaths have been reported and more than 9,500 houses and 550 health facilities damaged. Around 19 million people live in the affected provinces. Two million school children are at risk of disruption to learning.
Australia’s assistance will include services delivered through the Australian Humanitarian Partnership in concert with local organisations supporting the most affected communities and the most vulnerable.
Australia delivered emergency relief supplies on a Royal Australian Air Force C-17 Globemaster, including essential provisions for families such as shelter and hygiene kits.
