28 Oct 2024 | 12:11 AM UTC
Vietnam: Tropical Depression Trami tracking eastward inland following landfall over central Vietnam early Oct. 28 /update 10
TD Trami tracking eastward over central Vietnam early Oct. 28. Severe weather forecast to continue over the region through at least Oct. 30.
Tropical Depression Trami is tracking eastward inland over central Vietnam early Oct. 28, having made landfall over southern Thua Thien Hue Province close to Da Nang at around 10:00 ICT Oct. 27. As of 04:00, the system's center of circulation was approximately 94 km (59 miles) southwest of Da Nang, Vietnam.
Forecast models indicate that the system will maintain its strength as it turns to track northeastward and passes back over Da Nang early Oct. 29, and turns to track eastward back out into the South China Sea the afternoon of Oct. 30 before continuing away from central Vietnam through early Oct. 30. Some uncertainty remains in the track and intensity forecast, and significant changes could occur in the coming days.
As of early Oct. 28, Vietnam's National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF) has issued a warning for the storm, advising of heavy rainfall of 15-25 cm (6-10 inches) from southern Ha Tinh to Thua Thien Hue provinces through Oct. 29 and thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rain of 3-6 cm (1-2 inches) from southern Ha Tinh to Quang Nam provinces Oct. 30.
Authorities have urged residents in Thua Thien Hue and Da Nang provinces to stay home during the passing of the storm. Authorities in Quang Binh and Quang Nam provinces have banned all coastal activities until the storm passes. Quang Tri Province has called for the return of all fishing vessels. Authorities suspended operations at Phu Bai International Airport (HUI) and Dong Hoi Airport (VDH) Oct. 27 as well as Da Nang International Airport (DAD) and Chu Lai Airport (VCL) Oct. 27-early Oct. 28.
Sustained heavy rainfall could trigger flooding in low-lying areas and those with easily overwhelmed drainage systems. If weather conditions prove hazardous, localized evacuations, flash flooding, and landslides are possible.
Inclement weather could trigger localized business, transport, and utility disruptions, rendering some bridges or roadways impassable. Flight disruptions at regional airports and temporary port closures are also possible. Exposure to raw sewage and other hazardous materials mixed with floodwaters poses a serious health threat.
Activate contingency plans in areas where officials forecast typhoon or Tropical Depression conditions. Heed any evacuation orders that may be issued. Use extreme caution in low-lying coastal areas and near streams, creeks, and other waterways due to the potential for severe flooding and storm surge. Stockpile water, batteries, and other essentials in advance. Charge battery-powered devices when electricity is available; restrict the use of cellular phones to emergencies only. Power down mobile devices when not in use. Keep important documents and necessary medications in waterproof containers. Observe strict food and water precautions, as municipalities could issue boil water advisories following flooding events. Take precautions against insect- and waterborne diseases in the coming weeks.
Plan accordingly for protracted commercial, transport, and logistics disruptions in areas in the path of the storm, especially if vital infrastructure is damaged. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving or routing shipments through areas where flooding has occurred. Confirm flights before checking out of hotels or driving to the airport; clearing passenger backlogs may take several days in some locations.
