Typhoon Yagi, Asia’s strongest storm this year, has been downgraded to a tropical depression after causing severe damage in northern Vietnam. The storm wreaked havoc on factories and infrastructure in key industrial zones. Vietnam’s meteorological agency announced the downgrade on Sunday but warned of ongoing risks of flooding and landslides as the storm moved westwards.
On Saturday, Yagi disrupted power and telecommunications in Hanoi, resulting in extensive flooding, uprooted trees, and damaged homes. The storm, along with landslides and floods, claimed 21 lives in Vietnam and injured 229 people, government sources reported. Earlier, it had caused the deaths of four individuals on China’s Hainan island and 20 in the Philippines, the first country to be hit a week ago.
In the coastal city of Haiphong, home to factories of several multinational companies, industrial parks remained closed on Sunday. Workers were sent home due to the lack of communication networks which had not been restored. Bruno Jaspaert, head of DEEP C industrial zones, stated that around 80% of the factories were damaged, though the parks themselves were not flooded. Some factories lost roofs or entire facades.
Typhoon Yagi, Vietnam – Winds more than 127 mph –
■35 confirmed deaths
■27 or more at least still missing
■Over 100 injured
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Do Van Truong, a seafood shop owner in Haiphong, described the collapse of his shop’s ceiling and ongoing power and water outages. He estimated a month for full recovery if conditions improved.
Several northern highways were flooded or severely disrupted. State media shared images and videos of landslides. Yagi created waves as high as four metres in coastal provinces, leading to extended power and telecommunication outages, complicating damage assessment.
The meteorological agency warned of continued flash flood risks in riverside areas, including Hanoi. As winds subsided, Hanoi authorities worked to clear fallen trees from streets. Hoang Ngoc Nhien, a 57-year-old resident, described the devastation, noting trees fell on houses, cars, and people.
Hanoi’s Noi Bai international airport, the busiest in northern Vietnam, reopened on Sunday after closing on Saturday morning.
What Other Media Are Saying
- Hindustan Times reports that Typhoon Yagi has caused widespread destruction in Vietnam, impacting infrastructure and factories, resulting in fatalities and injuries.(read more)
- Cobram Courier reports that Typhoon Yagi, Asia’s most powerful storm of 2024, has caused widespread destruction in northern Vietnam, damaging infrastructure and affecting local communities.(read more)
- The Courier reports that Typhoon Yagi, Asia’s most powerful storm in 2024, has been downgraded to a tropical depression after wreaking havoc in northern Vietnam, damaging factories and infrastructure, causing extensive flooding, and killing at least 18 people.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
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What was the impact of Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam?
Typhoon Yagi caused power outages, extensive flooding, and damaged infrastructure, killing 21 people.
Is there still a risk of flooding after Typhoon Yagi?
Yes, Vietnam’s meteorological agency warns of ongoing risks of flash floods and landslides.
How many people were injured by Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam?
229 people were injured by Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam.
What happened to factories in Haiphong due to Typhoon Yagi?
Factories in Haiphong were severely damaged, with some losing roofs and facades.
Has Hanoi’s Noi Bai international airport reopened after Typhoon Yagi?
Yes, Noi Bai international airport reopened on Sunday after closing on Saturday.