Flooding on Tran Dang Ninh Street in Cau Giay Ward reached 60 cm in some areas, immobilizing vehicles. Photo by Anh Phu
Parked cars flooded overnight were less damaged than moving vehicles, usually requiring only cleaning, an oil change, and interior drying. Owners can prevent water from entering the combustion chamber by avoiding starting the engine.
Many cars parked on the sidewalk overnight were partially submerged, leaving owners to wait for water to recede. Photo by Anh Phu
Two luxury cars stalled one after another on Thai Ha Street, Dong Da Ward, with floodwaters covering the license plates. Photo by Hoang Giang
Bus staff push a bus through a flooded section of Pham Hung Street near My Dinh bus station. Photo by Tung Dinh
A car stalled on Quan Nhan Street near the To Lich River, stranded in standing water. Photo by Hoang Giang
Insiders advise drivers with comprehensive insurance to document the scene immediately; attempting to start a waterlogged engine can cause severe damage and may void coverage.
A car stranded on Thai Ha Street left the owner no choice but to roll down the windows and wait for the floodwaters to recede. Photo by Hoang Giang
Drivers facing deep water on empty streets can consider reversing to a safer, less flooded area to reduce the risk of water entering the air intake.
A car owner receives help pushing his stalled vehicle through deep water on Thai Ha Street. Photo by Hoang Giang
Doan Ke Thien Street in Cau Giay Ward was flooded 60–80 cm, forcing the driver to push his car to the side to prevent water damage. Photo by Loc Chung
