Vientiane Capital is grappling with sudden flooding after two days of heavy rain from June 9-10, inundating many areas. Photos shared on Facebook reveal knee-level flooding in Dongdok village, Xaythany district, causing severe traffic congestion. Residents expressed frustration, blaming poor drainage management.

“I think the problem is not just the rain itself but also the arrangement of drainage pipes,” commented one Facebook user. “It always floods in this area whenever there’s a little heavy rain.” Another user remarked, “Drainage pipes should be installed at a standardized level and cleaned annually.”

A viral video from June 10 shows a car struggling to navigate a large flood in Phakhao village, Xaythany district, highlighting concerns about the drainage system’s effectiveness.

In addition to the capital, Bolikhan district in Bolikhamxay Province experienced flooding this morning after two hours of heavy rain from 4:00 am to 6:00 am inundated the entire district.

The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology forecasts light to heavy rain on June 10-11, particularly in the Chanthabouly, Hatxayfong, Pak Ngum, Sungthong, and Xaythany districts of Vientiane Capital, all of which are especially prone to flooding.