Laos repairs roads hit by landslides and floods


The road 2E has been cut off, making it difficult for transportation of goods and people. - VT

VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/Asia News Network): Authorities across the country are working to repair and clear roads that were damaged or blocked following recent landslides and flooding.

Flooding from rivers has caused havoc in the provincial capital of Oudomxay, Xay district, as well as in La district and other areas, where Road 2E between the two districts is still closed to traffic.

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