The Vietnam Road Administration has requested road management units to strengthen patrols, inspect vulnerable areas, and implement traffic diversion plans in anticipation of prolonged heavy rain from June 15th to 17th. Areas of particular concern include the northern mountainous provinces, Thanh Hoa, and Nghe An.

 

Key tasks include:

 

* Closely monitoring weather developments.

 

* Inspecting areas at risk of landslides.

 

* Deploying warning forces in deeply flooded areas.

 

* Preparing traffic diversion and emergency response plans.

 

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2. Several Serious Traffic Accidents Recorded

 

According to the summary for the day, several serious traffic accidents occurred in various localities.

 

Notably, a multi-vehicle accident on National Highway 1A in Quynh Luu, Nghe An province, left two young men seriously injured. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the incident.

 

In addition, authorities in Hanoi are investigating a case involving a government-owned vehicle (with blue license plates) involved in a traffic accident on Ngoc Hoi road and then leaving the scene.

 

These incidents serve as further warnings about the importance of strictly adhering to traffic safety regulations when traveling on public roads.

 

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3. Promoting Digital Transformation in Traffic Management

 

Bac Ninh province has just launched a project to build a data center for managing, monitoring, and operating traffic to modernize traffic management in the area. The system will support monitoring, handling violations, and intelligent traffic management on a digital platform.

 

The main objectives include:

 

* Building a modern traffic data center.

 

* Connecting traffic surveillance cameras.

 

* Support for automated traffic violation processing.

 

* Enhanced efficiency in urban traffic management.

 

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4. Official approval of toll rates for many North-South expressways

 

Notable information in the field of transportation infrastructure is the approval by authorities of toll rates for 13 sections of the North-South expressway. According to statistics, the expressway system recorded over 9.7 million vehicles in circulation from March to the end of May 2026.

 

The synchronized implementation of the electronic toll collection system and intelligent traffic management is considered to contribute to improving the efficiency of the national expressway system.

 

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5. Preparation for the application of new regulations on vehicle inspection from July

 

Many vehicle inspection units are preparing to implement new regulations according to Circular 22/2026/TT-BXD, effective from July 1, 2026. New regulations concerning standards, training, and certification of road vehicle inspectors.

 

The changes are expected to:

 

* Improve the quality of inspection work.

 

* Standardize the team of vehicle inspectors.

 

* Enhance technical safety for vehicles participating in traffic.

 

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6. Freight transport activities remain stable

 

Despite complex weather conditions, freight transport activities on key national highways and expressways remain stable.

 

North-South transport routes continue to record large volumes of trucks and containers, serving the needs of production, export, and domestic consumption. Infrastructure expansion and the application of management technology are contributing to improved transport efficiency.

 

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7. Recommendations for road users

 

Given the risk of prolonged heavy rain in many localities, people should:

 

* Monitor weather forecasts before traveling.

 

* Limit travel through areas at risk of landslides.

 

* Reduce speed when driving through areas with heavy rain.

 

* Check brakes, tires, and lighting before your journey.

 

* Follow the instructions of authorities at traffic diversion points.

 

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Conclusion

 

The summary of road traffic news on June 15, 2026 shows that responding to floods, ensuring traffic safety, and promoting digital transformation in traffic management are key tasks of the transportation sector. In addition, continuing to improve highway infrastructure, enhancing vehicle inspection quality, and strengthening traffic law compliance among road users will contribute to building a safe, modern, and sustainable transportation system.