Weather Alert - Typhoon Yagi
05 Sep 2024
WEATHER ALERT - TYPHOON YAGI
The Singapore Embassy in Hanoi would like to alert Singapore citizens that Storm Yagi, which has evolved into a super typhoon as of noon today, is expected to make landfall on Saturday, 7 September between Quang Ninh and Ninh Binh province, affecting the entire Northern Vietnam, including Hanoi. The Vietnam National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting has warned that even before Yagi's eye reaches Vietnam, the northern region could experience thunderstorms and
lightning.
The peak period of impact is currently expected to be from Saturday (7 Sep) afternoon into Sunday (8 Sep) morning, with heavy rainfall and very strong winds. The authorities expect that the northern and north-central regions, particularly the coastal provinces from Quang Ninh to Ninh Binh, could be the hardest hit. Starting from Friday evening (6 Sep) through Monday morning (9 Sep), the northern and north-central regions is expected to experience heavy rainfall of between 100-300 mm, with some areas to be expected to receive more than 500 mm of rainfall. Hence, the authorities warn that we should be prepared for flooding in some low-lying areas, possible flash floods in rivers and streams and landslides in some areas.
Singaporeans living, working, or visiting the affected areas are advised to monitor local news closely over the coming days. Do e-register with our Mission at
https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg and take all necessary precautionary measures, keep close track of advice from, and abide by recommendations/instructions from the relevant local authorities. Singaporeans requiring any urgent consular assistance may contact our Duty Officer at +84 090 469 6589.
