Latest update from the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, at 10 pm on July 4, the center of storm No. 1 was located at about 21.5 degrees north latitude; 107.8 degrees East longitude, on land in Quang Ninh area. The strongest wind near the center of the storm is strong at level 8-9 (62-88km/h), gusting at level 11-12.
Forecast for the next 3 hours, the storm will move in a North-Northwest direction, at a speed of about 15km/h.
Forecast for the next 12 hours, the storm will move in a northern direction, speed 10-15 km/h, entering the southern area of Guangxi province (China). The intensity gradually weakens into a tropical depression, wind force level 6, gusts level 8.
Regarding strong winds, it is still the time with the strongest winds on land, strong winds will still be maintained until after about 11 pm.
The affected area is the coastal areas of provinces/cities Quang Ninh, Hai Phong and Hung Yen.
Risk of wind gradually strengthening to level 6-7, near the storm center level 8, gusts level 10-11; sea waves 2-3.5m high; storm surge of about 0.2-0.4m.
Strong winds can blow off roofs, damage temporary structures, break down green trees, billboards; affect electrical systems, communication and traffic. Large waves combined with rising water can cause localized flooding in river mouths, tidal flats and low-lying areas; affect dykes, seawalls and coastal works.
Regarding heavy rain on land, tonight to tomorrow morning, the Northeast region (mainly Quang Ninh, Hai Phong, Lang Son, Bac Ninh) will have heavy to very heavy rain, with the risk of waterlogging in low-lying areas. Warning of high to very high risk of flash floods and landslides in mountainous communes tonight and tomorrow (July 5).
Regarding rainfall, according to the meteorological agency, from the evening of July 4 to the end of July 5, the Northeast region will have common rainfall of 50-110mm, locally over 150mm; especially the Northeast region will have heavy to very heavy rain of 100-250mm, locally over 350mm.
At sea, the affected area is the North of the Gulf of Tonkin (including Bach Long Vi special zone, Van Don, Co To, Cat Hai and Hon Dau island).
Risk of strong winds at level 6-7, near the storm center level 8-9, gusts at level 11; sea waves 2-4.5m high; very rough seas.
Dangerous weather conditions can cause capsizing, sinking or damage to fishing boats, transport boats, tourist boats and vehicles operating at sea; aquaculture cages, boat anchorage areas and coastal works are at risk of being damaged. Seafood exploitation, transportation and tourism activities at sea are likely to be interrupted.
