In brief
In an urgent response to Typhoon Kajiki’s imminent arrival, Vietnamese officials have ordered the evacuation of more than 586,000 residents from several central provinces as the storm approaches with devastating winds and rain.
As Typhoon Kajiki barrels towards Vietnam, authorities have taken the precaution of evacuating over 586,000 individuals from high-risk regions. With winds recorded at 166 km/h (103 mph), this storm is anticipated to intensify before its predicted landfall early Monday. The provinces of Thanh Hoa, Quang Tri, Hue, and Da Nang are particularly affected, leading to the cancellation of numerous flights and instructing commercial vessels to remain docked.The storm is currently impacting Hainan, China, where heavy rainfall of up to 320mm (12.6 inches) has been reported. Weather experts from BBC Project Kajiki indicated that while variations in the storm's strength may occur, it is still expected to deliver harsh conditions, including winds reaching up to 200 km/h and rainfall between 300-400mm as it moves inland into Vietnam. The storm surges are also projected to create dangerous sea levels between 2 to 4 meters (6.6-13 feet).Local authorities have firmly advised individuals residing in the path of the typhoon to stay indoors post 14:00 GMT on Sunday, as conditions are expected to become hazardous. Given the severity of the situation, military personnel have been deployed to assist with evacuations and support efforts. Officials from the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment have stressed that the risk to life and property is substantial, warning that the storm poses a significant threat, reminiscent of Typhoon Yagi in September last year, which resulted in extensive fatalities across the region. The impact of Typhoon Kajiki remains an ongoing concern for Vietnam, as air travel disruptions limit mobility and heighten the urgency for safety measures in the face of potential disaster.
