Typhoon Yagi Death Toll in Northern Vietnam Stands at 233

Global supply chains could be affected as Vietnam hosts many textile and component plants that export to the United States, Europe, and other parts of Asia.

People walk past broken light post after typhoon Yagi hit the city, in Hai Phong, Vietnam, on Sept. 8, 2024. Minh Quyet/VNA via AP

At least 233 people have been killed by Typhoon Yagi, which has devastated northern Vietnam and damaged dozens of factories, potentially affecting global supply chains.

Hanoi-based newspaper VNExpress reported that 233 people were confirmed dead and 103 were still missing on Sept. 12, while more than 800 were injured.