World · Vietnam Bureau
Mui Ne beach choked by waste buildup for two months
Over one kilometer of Bai Rang Beach in central Vietnam's Mui Ne Ward has been submerged under garbage accumulation, creating environmental hazards and hampering the coastal tourism sector.
LSN Vietnam ·

Bai Rang Beach in Mui Ne Ward has been rendered unusable due to extensive waste deposits that have accumulated over the past two months, according to local observations. The garbage mounds stretch across more than one kilometer of the popular coastal destination, transforming the once-accessible beach into an environmental hazard.
The waste buildup has disrupted tourism operations in the area, which relies heavily on beach access for recreational activities and hospitality services. Local residents and business operators have expressed concerns about the health and environmental implications of the prolonged waste accumulation.
The situation represents a significant challenge for waste management authorities in the region. The scale of the deposit suggests systemic issues in the collection and disposal of refuse in the area, which has been unable to prevent the material from reaching and accumulating on the shoreline.
Mui Ne Ward, located in Phan Thiet city, is a major coastal tourism hub in Binh Thuan Province. The beach pollution incident comes at a time when Vietnam has been grappling with broader waste management challenges across its urban and coastal zones, with many municipalities struggling to handle rising volumes of refuse generated by growing populations and tourism activity.