At 4a.m., the storm's centre was located at 16.8 degree North latitude, 120.3 degree East longitude. It is moving northeast at 10km per hour and is forecast to weaken as it continues offshore.

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Border guard soldiers from Nam Can Border Post help residents in Muong Xen commune, Nghe An province, clean up and recover after the floods. (Photo for illustration)

By July 26, it is expected to downgrade into a low-pressure area over the northeastern region of the East Sea (aka South China Sea).

Rough seas are forecast across the northern region of the East Sea, with winds at level 9–10 near the storm’s center and waves reaching 4–6 meters. Affected waters include areas from Khanh Hoa to Ho Chi Minh City, Truong Sa (Spratly) Archipelago, and parts of the Gulf of Tonkin.

Rain and thunderstorms are expected across the East Sea, with risks of tornadoes and gusts up to level 8. The disaster risk level due to strong winds is at level 3 in the eastern northern region of the East Sea.

Heavy rainfall between July 24–25 has raised risks of flash floods and landslides in Lai Chau, Lao Cai, and Nghe An provinces, with rainfall exceeding 100mm in some areas.

Authorities warn of high risk in dozens of communes, including remote and mountainous areas, where rain may continue through the day. Flash floods could disrupt traffic, damage infrastructure, and threaten lives.

Source: VNA