Vietnam Cancels Over 300 Flights as Super Typhoon Yagi Approaches
Vietnam is bracing for the impact of Super Typhoon Yagi, prompting the cancellation of more than 330 flights on Saturday. According to local media reports, the typhoon’s expected landfall has forced the suspension of services at four major airports: Noi Bai in Hanoi, Van Don in Quang Ninh, Cat Bi in Hai Phong, and Tho Xuan in Thanh Hoa.
Widespread Flight Cancellations and Airport Closures
The flight cancellations include 240 domestic routes and 70 international flights. The affected airports will cease operations for several hours on Saturday to ensure the safety of passengers and staff as the storm draws near. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, coordinating with airlines to manage the disruption effectively.
Localities Prepare for Yagi’s Impact
In addition to air travel disruption, ten localities in northern Vietnam are expected to bear the brunt of the typhoon. These areas include Hanoi, Hai Phong, Thai Binh, and Ha Nam. To safeguard residents, officials have ordered the closure of schools, affecting 5.6 million students across these regions. The storm’s projected path includes heavy rains with volumes reaching up to 400 mm, heightening concerns about flooding and landslides.
Military and Emergency Preparedness
Vietnam has mobilized an extensive emergency response ahead of Yagi’s arrival. Over 457,000 military personnel and more than 10,000 vehicles have been deployed to assist in evacuation efforts, manage flood risks, and provide disaster relief in the aftermath of the storm. The country is on high alert, with preparations in place to mitigate the impact of severe weather on vulnerable populations.
Yagi’s Devastating Path
Super Typhoon Yagi has already caused significant disruption in southern China, where it made landfall on Friday. In China, over a million people were evacuated, schools and businesses were shuttered, and transportation networks were severely impacted. The storm has raised alarms over potential landslides and widespread flooding, with meteorological agencies closely tracking its progress as it approaches Vietnam.
As Yagi inches closer to Vietnam’s coastline, the government continues to urge residents to stay informed, follow evacuation orders, and remain indoors during the height of the storm. With proactive measures in place, the country hopes to minimize damage and protect lives during this extreme weather event.