Weather Alert Update – Typhoon Yagi
Location: North-East Vietnam
This is an update to the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi’s previous alert on Typhoon Yagi. Typhoon Yagi has made landfall over Vietnam with winds over 92 mph. Throughout Saturday and into the early morning Sunday, September 8, we anticipate high winds and heavy rain to continue with danger of flooding, landslides, and damage caused by flying debris, including tree branches and falling trees. Coastal provinces from Thanh Hoa to Quang Ninh are anticipated to be most heavily affected.
The U.S. Embassy is monitoring initial reports of power outage, downed trees, and high wind gusts affecting Norther Vietnam, including Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, Nam Dinh, Thai Dinh, and Hanoi. U.S. citizens should avoid going out in these areas unless instructed by authorities. Even after the storm passes, the threat of flash floods and landslides may persist, so please remain vigilant and monitor news sources for additional information.
Actions to Take:
- Do not travel to the storm-affected areas.
- Monitor the local news for updates.
- Check your emergency kit to ensure you have needed medicines and other supplies.
- Seek secure shelter.
- Protect your important documents including your passport.
- Keep your family at home informed about your safety and welfare.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program at step.state.gov
- Monitor the U.S. Joint Typhoon Warning Center(https://www.metoc.navy.mil/jtwc/jtwc.html) and the Vietnam National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting(https://www.nchmf.gov.vn/kttv/) for updated storm tracking information.
- Monitor our website athttps://vn.usembassy.gov/or travel.state.gov or follow us on Facebook and Twitter at @travelgov. We will issue updated messages and information specific to the circumstances.
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