Flood death toll in Myanmar reaches nearly 270; almost 90 people are still missing

Residents sit on boats and an improvised raft (left) on flood waters in Demoso township in Myanmar's Kayah state on September 18, 2024, following heavy rains in the aftermath of Typhoon Yagi. - Photo: AFP

HANOI, Sept 19 (Bernama-VNA): The death toll from ongoing severe flooding in Myanmar has risen to nearly 270, and 88 others are still missing, Myanmar’s authorities have reported.

According to Myanmar's government, nearly 270,000 hectares of rice and other crops were flooded, and over 100,000 livestock were lost, Vietnam News Agency (VNA) reported.

The United Nations has warned that 630,000 people in Myanmar may need assistance following Typhoon Yagi.

In response to this emergency, Myanmar has called for international aid. On September 18, an Indian Navy ship arrived at Yangon port, delivering food, medicine, and essential supplies.

Typhoon Yagi, which swept through Southeast Asia this month, caused severe damage in countries, including Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Myanmar.

Official figures show nearly 600 deaths across the region due to floods and landslides. - Bernama-VNA