According to the latest storm news from the Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC), on January 11, Typhoon Dudzai continued to strengthen rapidly in the Indian Ocean.
As of the afternoon of January 11, the center of Typhoon Dudzai is located about 1,006 km south-southeast of Diego Garcia. In the past 6 hours, the typhoon has moved in a Southeast direction at a speed of 13 km/h. The maximum wave height reached 5.5 m.
The strongest wind near the storm center reaches 100 km/h. Forecast for the next 24 hours, storm Dudzai will continue to move in a Southeast direction and continue to strengthen rapidly.
It is forecast that by the evening of January 12, storm Duzai will slow down and turn sharply to the Southwest. In the next 12 hours, the storm will shift direction to the West.
In terms of intensity, Typhoon Dudzai is forecast to quickly strengthen in the next 36 hours due to favorable environmental conditions. The maximum intensity is forecast to be about 155 km/h, reaching typhoon level before the system shifts westward. Even, JTWC forecasts that the maximum intensity of the typhoon may be even higher.
Due to being quite far from the mainland, Typhoon Dudzai does not affect tourist destinations in the area. However, the storm caused rough seas and big waves.
People and tourists who plan to go to the sea areas where the storm passes should pay attention to weather forecasts. Avoid going out to sea when the sea is rough and follow local instructions to ensure safety.
