Vietnam recently experienced the wrath of Typhoon Yagi, as intense rainfall and violent winds left a trail of destruction throughout Quang Ninh Province.
As reported by VN Express on Thursday (Sept 12), one of the worst-hit areas is Quang Ninh, home to the UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay—a favorite among travelers worldwide.
Bai Chay, which is typically buzzing with tourists in Ha Long, has been left unrecognizable. Known for its high-end entertainment complexes, bustling Cai Dam market, serene beaches, and a range of guesthouses, hotels, and bars, the area now lies in disarray after the storm.
A popular food hub located near Sun World Park—an iconic attraction in Bai Chay District—was not spared by the onslaught, with the entire center reportedly in ruins.
Metal frames and signs were left mangled by the storm’s relentless winds, scattering broken glass across the streets. Many restaurant decorations were destroyed, with some businesses suffering damages estimated to be in the hundreds of millions of dong.
At Minh Phi 2, a restaurant along Hoang Quoc Viet Street, the storm’s power was evident—only its metal framework managed to remain standing after two straight days of the typhoon. Debris now litters the area, making movement difficult for residents and tourists alike.
Fallen trees add to the chaos, blocking several paths.
Meanwhile, Hotel Sea Star in the Cai Dam Urban Area saw severe damage, with several glass doors shattered under the force of the winds.
The upscale hotels of Bai Chay, particularly the four- and five-star ones, also bore the brunt of the storm. Broken windows, torn signage, and aluminum panels ripped from building exteriors have been reported.
A spokesperson for a luxury hotel in Bai Chay, which houses nearly 100 rooms, described the damage as extensive, with a majority of the rooms affected.
As of Monday, many hotels were still working to assess the total damage caused by the typhoon.
Adding to the struggle, the Bai Chay region continued to endure heavy rainfall and power outages into Monday afternoon, complicating cleanup efforts and delaying the return to normalcy.