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"Storm Fengshen Approaches: Coastal Vietnam Braces for Impact"
Storm Fengshen is set to impact coastal Vietnam, particularly Da Nang and Quảng Trị, with heavy rains and high winds from October 22 to 27, raising flood and landslide concerns.
- As of October 21, Storm Fengshen was located 450 kilometers east-northeast of Da Nang, with maximum sustained winds of 75-102 km/h expected to affect Quảng Trị and Quảng Ngãi provinces.
- The storm is forecasted to make landfall between Quang Tri and Da Nang, leading to potential flooding and landslides in the affected regions from October 22 to 27.
- Residents in Huế and Hà Tĩnh are urged to prepare for severe weather conditions as Storm Fengshen approaches, threatening to disrupt local communities and infrastructure.
Why It Matters
The approach of Storm Fengshen underscores the vulnerabilities of coastal Vietnam to extreme weather events, highlighting the need for improved disaster preparedness and response strategies in the face of climate change.