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Storm Trami Strikes Central Vietnam, Causing Flood Warnings and Concerns

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28 October, 2024

Storm Trami strikes central Vietnam, threatening severe floods following deadly impact in the Philippines

Storm Trami hit central Vietnam on Sunday, bringing the threat of heavy rains and dangerous flooding after wreaking havoc in the Philippines. The storm's arrival is particularly concerning for Vietnam, which has a long coastline and is frequently impacted by severe weather, resulting in significant casualties and property damage.

The national weather forecast agency issued a warning that from Quang Binh to Quang Nam provinces might see rainfall of up to 60 cm (23.6 inches) over the weekend. "The risks of floods are high in cities and towns from Ha Tinh to Binh Dinh provinces," the agency said. Heavy rains have also been forecasted to fall on the Central Highlands, an important region in terms of coffee production.

Storm Trami, which passed through Luzon Island in the Philippines earlier, left much flooding that complicated rescue and relief efforts. The Philippines reported at least 90 deaths due to floods and landslides, according to the disaster agency still validating the causes of death. According to Ariel Nepomuceno, officer-in charge of the Office of Civil Defense, said food supplies, water supply, sanitation, and health-related emergency materials are on hand and sufficient, while massive floods have prevented easy access relief operations, particularly in these areas that cannot be accessed by land.

The storm has since subsided to 74 kph (46 mph). Four airports in central Vietnam have been shut temporarily, including Danang International Airport, which was closed from 6:00 a.m. Sunday until 4:00 a.m. Monday. State media said the powerful winds brought by Trami knocked down trees and broke advertisement boards in Danang.

This follows last month's typhoon Yagi, which left over 300 dead and caused over $3.3 billion in property damage in northern Vietnam.