World Vision Laos Emergency Response Situation Report August 22

Lao PDR has recently been hit by tropical storm Mulan, resulting in heavy rainfall from the 8th to the 12th of August in different parts of the country. Flash floods and landslides have affected different provinces, including Vientiane Capital. World Vision International - Lao PDR’s (WVI-L) working areas which faced flash floods have now moved back to a normal situation with water levels dropping within 24-48 hours. The government has intervened and provided support to the affected households. Given it was a flash flood and the impact is under the control and within the capability of the government, WVI-L has not received any request for support so far. However, WVI-L field teams are working closely with the local governments and are supporting the collection of preliminary information on the impact and needs in our operating areas.