Fishermen Missing in Vietnam Amid Typhoon Kalmaegi
Typhoon Kalmaegi struck Vietnam with powerful winds and heavy rain after causing significant fatalities in the Philippines.
Impact in the Philippines
The typhoon claimed at least 114 lives and displaced more than 560,000 people across the country.
Situation in Vietnam
In Vietnam, three fishermen went missing when their boat was swept away by strong waves near Ly Son island in Quang Ngai province. Search efforts began but were later paused due to worsening weather conditions, according to state media.
- Over 537,000 people were evacuated, many by boat, as floodwaters rose and landslides threatened.
- Central provinces were already struggling with flooding caused by record rainfall.
- Kalmaegi is expected to bring more than 24 inches (over 600 mm) of rain in some regions.
Storm Strength and Damage
Kalmaegi was unusually powerful for November, with sustained winds of approximately 183 kph (114 mph) and gusts reaching 220 kph (137 mph) over the South China Sea. Coastal cities like Danang faced waves up to 3 meters (10 feet) high and strong winds uprooted trees in Dak Lak province.
Many homes in Quy Nhon lost power for several hours, and the financial center Ho Chi Minh City faced a high risk of severe flooding.
"Typhoon Kalmaegi lashed Vietnam with fierce winds and torrential rains as it made landfall on Thursday after leaving more than 100 people dead and dozens missing in the Philippines."
By ANIRUDDHA GHOSAL and JIM GOMEZ, Associated Press
Summary: Typhoon Kalmaegi caused deadly destruction in the Philippines and led to massive evacuations and missing fishermen in Vietnam amid unprecedented November storm conditions.