According to meteorological experts, early this morning on July 23, the center of Typhoon No. 2 made landfall in Quang Ninh province. Many areas in the North have begun to experience rain. It is forecasted that heavy rainfall will persist throughout the day in northern Vietnam.
Impact of Typhoon No. 2 in Quang Ninh: No casualties have been reported, but significant property damage has occurred…
Many urban trees have been uprooted due to the impact of Typhoon No. 2 (Photo: Van Duc)
The fencing around construction sites has also been blown away and collapsed (Photo: Van Duc)
The metal fencing surrounding trees has been blown over and tilted (Photo: Van Duc)
(Photo: Van Duc)
A tree fell right in front of a shop, damaging the lighting system (Photo: Van Duc)
Environmental workers are urgently clearing fallen trees due to the impact of Typhoon No. 2 (Photo: Van Duc)
Haiphong: Heavy rain blanketing the city due to Typhoon No. 2
In Haiphong, Bach Long Vi Island recorded strong winds of level 10, gusting to level 12 around midnight last night; currently, the winds have decreased to levels 4-5 with light rain. The Chairman of the People’s Committee of Bach Long Vi Island reported no casualties or damage to fishing boats, only minor damages such as blown-off roofing sheets.
In the outskirts of Haiphong, rainfall has been substantial. Some families in An Duong and Kien Thuy districts have had to use pumps to drain water from their peach and ornamental plant fields.
Image of Cat Ba Island at 6 AM on July 23, with heavy rain and strong winds
A fallen tree blocking the road
Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds in Cat Ba area (Photo: Facebook)
Heavy rain in Suoi Khoang Market, Quang Hanh, Cam Pha leads to severe flooding
A tree knocked down by strong winds on the sidewalk
Ha Long experiences heavy rain, with many trees knocked down
According to the weather forecast bulletin at 8 AM on July 23 from the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, Typhoon No. 2 weakened into a tropical depression this morning.
Due to the impact of Typhoon No. 2, many trees in Ha Long (Quang Ninh) have been uprooted (Photo: Van Duc)
On Ha Long Street (Bai Chay Ward, Ha Long, Quang Ninh), authorities have set up barriers and guided residents to take alternative routes due to fallen trees (Photo: Van Duc)
Forecast for the next 12 hours indicates the tropical depression will move inland into Quang Ninh, then further inland and weaken into a low-pressure area over the northern mountainous region (Photo: Van Duc)
Flooding in the Loong Tong market area (Photo: Quang Ninh Electronic Information Portal)
The road along Yet Kieu Lake is experiencing localized flooding (Photo: Quang Ninh Electronic Information Portal)
Many fallen trees are obstructing and posing dangers to traffic on Tran Hung Dao Street (Photo: Van Duc)
Civilians struggle to move in the rainy storm (Photo: Van Duc)
Tran Quoc Nghien Street area, Ha Long City (Photo: Quang Ninh Electronic Information Portal)
The public restroom roof on Tran Quoc Nghien Street in Hong Ha collapsed, scattering glass shards across the road (Photo: Van Duc)
The city of Mong Cai is prepared to respond to the impact of the storm’s circulation
In Mong Cai, there is currently no rain. This morning, there was scattered rain in the city. By 7:30 AM on July 23, the wind has calmed and the rain has stopped, with occasional sunlight breaking through.
The city of Mong Cai saw a stop in rain and a clear sky at 7:30 AM on July 23
Ka Long River at 6 AM this morning
Due to the influence of Typhoon No. 2’s circulation, winds of levels 5-6 and gusts of level 7 have been recorded in Mong Cai. Last night, the average rainfall measured over 40mm, with periods of heavy rain reaching between 60 to 90mm.
Typhoon No. 2 caused winds of levels 6-7 and scattered rain in Mong Cai in the early morning of July 23.
The biggest concern for Mong Cai is the potential continuation of heavy rains from the storm’s circulation, which, combined with high tide this afternoon, could lead to flooding on the Ka Long River and localized flooding in low-lying areas.
To be prepared for and minimize damages caused by Typhoon No. 2, the city of Mong Cai has reviewed areas for aquaculture along the dike, ongoing construction project sites, and areas with low-lying sections that may be cut off by rising floodwaters. The People’s Committees of local communes and wards have mobilized forces to clear waterways, reinforce weak points, and proactively prepare materials and equipment to promptly address any situations that arise. In areas at risk of landslides, the city has instructed agencies and local authorities to prepare personnel, equipment, and supplies for timely response.
Source: Quang Ninh Electronic Information Portal
Co To Island: No casualties reported, closely monitoring the typhoon situation
Due to the influence of a tropical depression, on July 23, the waters of the Gulf of Tonkin (including Bai Long Vi and Co To Island) experienced strong winds of levels 6-7, with gusts reaching level 9. The sea was extremely rough.
From last night until this morning (July 23), Co To Island witnessed increasing winds from the North and Northeast at levels 7-8, occasionally reaching level 10, with gusts at level 11; heavy rain persisted throughout the night. Currently, the wind has shifted to the South and the rain is gradually lessening. Due to the storm, one cement vessel in the harbor (within the Co To town area) and one small speedboat docked near the pier in Zone 1, Co To town, capsized; 50 trees along the roadside were uprooted or broken; several leaf huts and stalls at the beaches were blown over or damaged by the wind.
Co To harbor during the rain
Due to the strong winds, some billboards in the Co To pier area were broken or toppled
Many trees in the central area of Co To town were broken
Currently, Co To has safe lakes, dams, and construction works, with no landslides or flooding reported, and no casualties.
In response to the storm, as of yesterday, July 22, 795 boats have returned to safe anchorage to avoid the storm; 888 tourists were provided with adequate accommodations; 23 lakes and dams were regularly inspected; warning signs were placed in areas at risk of landslides…
The district will continue to closely monitor the storm’s developments, rainfall, and localized flooding to direct and implement timely responses appropriate to local conditions, ensuring the safety of residents. This includes proactively deploying emergency response forces in critical areas to be ready for rescue operations; monitoring lake water levels, and preparing measures to ensure dam safety after the storm; advising tourists not to visit beaches, rocky areas, or hazardous zones for recreation or photography; and coordinating price and service quality checks at local inns and hotels…
Western Quang Ninh Province experiencing heavy rain and wind
Due to the impact of Typhoon No. 2, heavy rain accompanied by strong winds has been reported in Quang Yen Town, Uong Bi City, and Dong Trieu Town.
The upstream area of Sinh River is currently at normal water levels, with no significant rise. Photo by Viet Hoa
Currently, the three localities have instructed the communes and wards to closely monitor rainfall and drainage to prevent flooding in low-lying areas. In Dong Trieu Town, all 8 drainage culverts along the dike have been fully opened to release water from the fields.
The three-gate culvert in Yen Thanh was opened early and remains on standby 24/7 to drain water, preventing rising water levels. Photo by Viet Hoa
Uong Bi City has effectively managed drainage overnight, thus no flooding has been reported. Uong Bi has also issued warnings for potential landslides in certain areas.
Previously, Uong Bi had halted construction on the ten-lane highway project to facilitate drainage. Photo by Viet Hoa
According to initial reports, none of the three localities have suffered significant damage due to Typhoon No. 2.
