Vietnam's extensive evacuation efforts reflect fears of catastrophic impacts similar to previous storms as Typhoon Kajiki nears landfall.
**Typhoon Kajiki Triggers Massive Evacuation in Vietnam Amidst Severe Flood Warnings**
**Typhoon Kajiki Triggers Massive Evacuation in Vietnam Amidst Severe Flood Warnings**
Over half a million people ordered to evacuate as Typhoon Kajiki approaches Vietnam with fierce winds and heavy rainfall.
The impending arrival of Typhoon Kajiki has prompted Vietnam to issue evacuation orders for more than 586,000 residents ahead of its predicted landfall early Monday. The storm is currently generating wind speeds of up to 166 km/h (103 mph) and is expected to intensify further. Those in the central provinces, including Thanh Hoa, Quang Tri, Hue, and Da Nang, have been instructed to leave their homes in preparation for the typhoon’s violent approach.
As Kajiki skirts the coast of Hainan, China, significant rainfall is already being observed with forecasts predicting up to 320 mm (12.6 inches) in some regions. In Vietnam, updates from BBC Weather indicate that while the typhoon may weaken as it moves inland, it is still anticipated to bring destructive winds of about 200 km/h and rainfall totaling between 300 to 400 mm. Surge levels are projected to hit between 2 to 4 meters (6.6 to 13 feet), raising concerns for coastal and low-lying areas.
Local authorities have urged anyone in the storm's path to remain indoors and avoid essential outings after 14:00 GMT on Sunday. To bolster support, soldiers have been mobilized to assist with the emergency response. Citing the dangerous conditions, officials have warned against any vehicle or structural activity, particularly in tourism, fishing vessels, and aquaculture sectors.
The impending storm has already led to Vietnam Airlines canceling no fewer than 22 flights to and from central cities this weekend, highlighting the widespread disruption caused by Kajiki. Comparisons have been drawn between the current typhoon and Typhoon Yagi, a devastating disaster from last September that resulted in the loss of hundreds of lives across the region, with Vietnam alone accounting for around 300 fatalities. Authorities are on high alert as they prepare for the potential devastation that Typhoon Kajiki may bring.
As Kajiki skirts the coast of Hainan, China, significant rainfall is already being observed with forecasts predicting up to 320 mm (12.6 inches) in some regions. In Vietnam, updates from BBC Weather indicate that while the typhoon may weaken as it moves inland, it is still anticipated to bring destructive winds of about 200 km/h and rainfall totaling between 300 to 400 mm. Surge levels are projected to hit between 2 to 4 meters (6.6 to 13 feet), raising concerns for coastal and low-lying areas.
Local authorities have urged anyone in the storm's path to remain indoors and avoid essential outings after 14:00 GMT on Sunday. To bolster support, soldiers have been mobilized to assist with the emergency response. Citing the dangerous conditions, officials have warned against any vehicle or structural activity, particularly in tourism, fishing vessels, and aquaculture sectors.
The impending storm has already led to Vietnam Airlines canceling no fewer than 22 flights to and from central cities this weekend, highlighting the widespread disruption caused by Kajiki. Comparisons have been drawn between the current typhoon and Typhoon Yagi, a devastating disaster from last September that resulted in the loss of hundreds of lives across the region, with Vietnam alone accounting for around 300 fatalities. Authorities are on high alert as they prepare for the potential devastation that Typhoon Kajiki may bring.
