On the morning of July 15, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) convened to address the looming threat posed by a tropical depression and anticipated heavy rainfall across Vietnam. Nguyen Hoang Hiep, Deputy Minister of MARD, highlighted concerns over increased storm activity this year, especially in central Vietnam, known for unpredictable weather patterns.
According to the Deputy Director of the National Center for Hydrometeorological Forecasting, as of 7 am (local time), the tropical depression was located southwest of the Hoang Sa (Paracel) Archipelago, with winds reaching level 6 near its center. The depression is expected to maintain this intensity before weakening as it approaches central provinces, potentially falling below level 6 upon landfall.
Projections suggest heavy rainfall will persist in the Central region until July 17, extending until July 18 in the Northern region. The main risks identified include flash floods and landslides, particularly threatening the southern Central Highlands and mountainous areas from Thanh Hoa to Quang Ngai. Authorities urge residents in vulnerable areas to stay vigilant and heed safety advisories during this period of heightened weather instability.
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