In the next three to six hours, Typhoon No. 5 is forecast to move west-northwestward, making landfall in the area between northern Ha Tinh and southern Nghe An provinces. The threat of strong winds from Typhoon No. 5 is expected to persist.

Forecasts indicate that coastal waters from Thanh Hoa to Quang Tri, including Hon Ngu Island and Con Co Island, will experience strong winds of levels 8-10, increasing to levels 11-12 with gusts at level 14 near the storm’s center. Waves in these areas are expected to reach 4.0-6.0 meters, and 7.0-9.0 meters near the storm’s center, causing extremely rough seas. The northern part of the Gulf of Tonkin, including Cat Hai, Co To, and Van Don, will see winds at levels 6-7, with gusts up to level 9; the southern part of the Gulf, including Bach Long Vi, will face winds at levels 7-8, gusting to level 10, with waves of 3.0-5.0 meters and rough seas.

Storm surges and coastal flooding are also a major concern. Along coastal provinces and islands from Hai Phong to Nghe An, sea levels continue to rise due to a combination of storm surge and high tides. Surge heights remain at 0.5-1.0 meters. Water levels are currently measured at 3.4-3.9 meters in Hon Dau (Hai Phong), 1.7-2.2 meters in Ba Lat (Ninh Binh), 3.7-4.2 meters in Sam Son (Thanh Hoa), and 3.8-4.0 meters in Hon Ngu (Nghe An). There is a high risk of flooding along dikes, coastal roads, and river mouths, particularly in coastal areas of Nghe An and Thanh Hoa on the evening of August 25.

Authorities warn that weather conditions at sea and in coastal areas affected by the typhoon are extremely dangerous, posing severe risks for vessels, aquaculture facilities, dikes, embankments, and coastal roads. Tourist boats, passenger ships, transport vessels, fish cages, and floating houses face a high risk of capsizing or destruction, while strong winds, high waves, and storm surges are likely to cause flooding.

Thanh Hoa province will face winds at levels 7-8, gusting to levels 9-10. Southern Thanh Hoa to northern Ha Tinh will experience winds at levels 9-10, with areas near the storm’s center reaching levels 11-12 and gusting to levels 13-14. Southern Ha Tinh, Quang Tri, and coastal areas from Quang Ninh to Ninh Binh will see winds at levels 6-8, gusting to levels 9-10.

From the evening of August 25 through August 26, widespread heavy rainfall is forecast in the northern midlands and delta, Lao Cai, Son La, and provinces from Thanh Hoa to Quang Tri, with totals ranging from 70-150 mm, and some areas exceeding 250 mm. Thanh Hoa to northern Quang Tri will see torrential rains of 150–350 mm, with some places exceeding 500 mm. Rainfall intensity may surpass 200 mm within three hours.

From the evening of August 25 to 26, Hanoi will experience moderate to heavy rain with thunderstorms; Da Nang will see occasional showers; and Ho Chi Minh City will experience showers and thunderstorms, particularly in the evening. Tornadoes and strong gusts are possible during thunderstorms. From August 25 to 27, heavy rains of 100-250 mm are forecast in upper and central Laos, with some central areas receiving over 500 mm.

To cope with Typhoon Kajiki, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh issued Directive No. 146, calling for decisive measures in response.

He urged ministries, sectors and localities to implement drastic emergency measures at the highest level to cope with Typhoon Kajiki and flooding as it is approaching Vietnam’s mainland with very strong intensity.

The PM requested the Secretaries of the Party Committees and Chairpersons of the People’s Committees of Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Ha Tinh, and Quang Tri provinces to continue directing, with urgency and determination, the evacuation and relocation of residents from dangerous areas, particularly those on boats anchored at ports, floating fish cages, guard huts for aquaculture, and weak housing structures.

The Government leader also emphasized the need to ensure the availability of food, essential supplies, electricity, and uninterrupted communication networks from village and commune levels up to the provincial level; direct the safe operation of hydropower and irrigation dams; and allocate vehicles and equipment to be ready for deployment in search and rescue operations when necessary.

Powerful Typhoon Kajiki nears central Vietnam, 180 km off Quang Tri

VOV.VN - Typhoon Kajiki, the fifth storm to hit Vietnam this year, was located about 180 km off central Quang Tri province early on August 25, with maximum sustained winds of level 14 (150-166 km/h) and gusts reaching level 17.

Military ready to deploy forces and equipment in response to Typhoon Kajiki

VOV.VN - The General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army has issued an urgent directive requiring all units to maintain 24/7 readiness, closely monitor the development of Typhoon Kajiki, and implement measures to ensure the safety of residents and minimise property damage.

Nearly 20 domestic flights canceled due to Typhoon Kajiki

VOV.VN - Domestic airlines have announced the cancellation of nearly 20 flights on August 24 and 25 to ensure aviation safety amid the impact of Typhoon Kajiki that is forecast to make landfall on August 25.