Tropical storm Wipha has made landfall in northern Vietnam, bringing heavy rains that could cause flooding and mudslides. Authorities are on high alert due to the storm’s slow movement and strong winds.
Vietnam is prone to typhoons, which can be deadly, and Wipha is the first major storm to hit this year. The storm has already caused damage in other parts of Asia, including Hong Kong and southern China.
Heavy rains of up to 50 cm are forecast to continue until Wednesday morning, posing a threat to urban areas and mountainous regions. Vietnamese authorities have put around 350,000 soldiers on standby to respond to the disaster.
In the Philippines, tropical storm Wipha has intensified monsoon downpours that began last week, triggering widespread flooding across parts of the country. The government has mobilized relief efforts, with thousands of families in evacuation centers and medical teams providing assistance.
The situation is being closely monitored by authorities, who are taking precautions to mitigate the impact of the storm.
Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/tropical-storm-wipha-makes-landfall-vietnam-heavy-rains-persist-philippines-2025-07-22