Laos capital Vientiane going all out to tackle persistent flooding issues during wet season


Floods seen in Xaylom village, Chanthabouly district, Vientiane. - Laotian Times

VIENTIANE (Laotian Times): In response to the persistent flooding in Vientiane during the yearly rainy season, local authorities have begun to implement comprehensive measures to mitigate the damages.

The Lao capital often experiences flooding due to a combination of factors such as rapid city expansion, unregulated construction, improper soil filling, and changing weather patterns.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Aseanplus News

Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Wednesday (Jan 21, 2026)
Workers' Party’s swift refusal of Opposition Leader role signals unity behind Pritam Singh, say analysts
Endangered Sunda slow loris rescued from Singapore's HDB block near Sin Ming
Sultan of Brunei leaves hospital following successful knee surgery
MIC hasn't left BN, says Zambry
Singapore proposes Asean-first mechanism to trace scam calls across borders
Ex-TVB star Fiona Leung, 60, says she doesn't mind having wrinkles, grey hair
Thai Constitutional Court clears Phumtham, Tawee in Senate probe
Fahmi: Malaysia's economy remains strong, continues to be the focus of foreign investors
Kerala High Court denies bail to former TDB president Padmakumar, two others in Sabarimala gold loot case

Others Also Read