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Lao PDR: LAO: Flood - 06-2026 - Flooding and landslide caused by Typhoon Maysak #3 (2026-07-08)
By International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies ReliefWeb
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
. Description Following the widespread flooding reported across several provinces after Typhoon Maysak's passage, heavy and persistent rainfall continued to affect parts of the Lao PDR on 7–8 July 2026. According to the latest forecast from the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology (DMH), unstable
Key takeaway As of 7–8 July 2026, flooding has significantly affected Kounkham and Nakai districts in Khammouane Province in central Lao PDR.
Why this matters
The ongoing flooding in Lao PDR's Khammouane Province has significant implications for the region's food production and livelihoods, as agricultural land and rice fields have been inundated. The isolation of several communities, including Nong Hang Kao village, which has been completely cut off from road access, poses a challenge for relief efforts. The Lao Red Cross's continued monitoring of the situation through its headquarters and provincial branches is crucial in assessing the damage and identifying areas of need. The fact that no casualties have been officially reported at this time is a positive note, but the situation remains precarious with rainfall forecast to continue, increasing the risk of additional flooding and landslides. The disruption to key transportation routes, such as the Kounkham–Kong Lor road section, will likely exacerbate the challenges faced by relief organizations and local authorities in responding to the disaster.
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Category: disaster Published: July 9, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? . Description Following the widespread flooding reported across several provinces after Typhoon Maysak's passage, heavy and persistent rainfall continued to affect parts of the Lao PDR on 7–8 July 2026. According to the latest forecast from the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology (DMH), unstable
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