The death toll in Vietnam from Typhoon Yagi and subsequent heavy rain that triggered floods and landslides was more than 140 on Wednesday, with dozens missing. Typhoon Yagi was the strongest typhoon to hit the country in decades when it made landfall Saturday with winds of up to 149 kph (92 mph).

Death toll increases as flooding and landslides continue to pose threats in northern Vietnam

The death toll in Vietnam from Typhoon Yagi and subsequent heavy rain that triggered floods and landslides was more than 140 on Wednesday, with dozens missing. Typhoon Yagi was the strongest typhoon to hit the country in decades when it made landfall Saturday with winds of up to 149 kph (92 mph).