Leaky roof at Yen Nghia Station following a storm on May 23, with rainwater pooling on the station floor.
According to Hanoi Metro, the company that manages and operates the Cat Linh – Ha Dong line and its stations, a portion of the station’s roof was blown away during Storm Yagi in September 2024.
Months later, the issue remains unresolved by the responsible units, including Hanoi Metro, which manages and operates the train services and stations.
The situation reached a climax during a heavy downpour on May 23, when rainwater poured directly onto the station’s second floor, the rail tracks, and the trains arriving and departing from the station.
The intense rain not only flooded the train tracks but also left the station platform, where passengers board and disembark trains, partially submerged, creating a hazardous environment for commuters.
Additionally, out of the four ticket vending machines at Yen Nghia Station, only two are currently functional, with the remaining two displaying error messages.
Our reporter observed that the escalator system was non-functional for several days.
The delays in addressing these issues at Yen Nghia Station have impacted passengers’ train travel and diminished the quality of public transport services. Furthermore, the costly state-owned infrastructure is at risk of further deterioration due to prolonged exposure to rainwater.
In a statement regarding the incident, Hanoi Metro acknowledged that the damage to the roof of Yen Nghia Station occurred during Storm Yagi in September 2024. At that time, both the Cat Linh – Ha Dong and Nhon – Hanoi Railway lines had to suspend their operations temporarily.
Following the storm, the company conducted a thorough assessment of the damage caused by the storm and the operational conditions of the lines. They also worked expeditiously to restore the lines to service as soon as possible. With regards to the damage inflicted by Storm Yagi, including the blown-off roof, the company has inspected, documented, and developed repair plans and cost estimates for the necessary repairs, which have been submitted to the appropriate authorities for approval.
Landslides Wreak Havoc in Multiple Regions
Due to heavy rainfall in the provinces of Son La, Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, and Ninh Binh, several landslides have occurred. Local authorities promptly evacuated affected residents to safer locations.
“Businesses Unite to Support Farmers’ Recovery: Providing Seeds and Fertilizers to Revive Production.”
As of now, the statistics show that the third storm, Yagi, and the rainbands have caused approximately 312,000 hectares of crops to be flooded and toppled, with over 100,000 hectares completely destroyed. The estimated damage to the farming sector alone is over VND 4 trillion. Thus, tens of thousands of tons of rice, corn, and vegetable seeds are required to restore production.
The Devastating Impact of Storm No. 3: Over 60,000 Billion Dong Lost
According to the latest report from the General Statistics Office, the third storm has caused preliminary damage of over VND 60 trillion to the northern provinces. This natural disaster has not only impacted the GRDP growth of the affected provinces but also the country’s GDP, with a projected decline in the third and fourth quarters and a year-on-year comparison to previous forecasts.
Hòa Phát Donates 30 Billion VND to Aid Relief Efforts in the Wake of Storm No. 3
As one of Vietnam’s leading corporations, Hoa Phat Group is committed to supporting the community during these challenging times. We plan to provide assistance through various channels, including donations via the Vietnam Fatherland Front, direct cash transfers to families in need, and reconstruction and repair of schools in the most affected provinces. With these efforts, we aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those impacted by recent events.
