30 Oct 2019 | 12:58 PM UTC
Cambodia: Tropical storm Matmo to hit Cambodia November 1
Tropical storm Matmo to hit Cambodia November 1; heavy rain, flooding, and transportation disruptions expected
Event
The Water Resources and Meteorology Ministry warned that Tropical Storm Matmo, which is expected to downgrade to a tropical depression after making landfall in Vietnam on Wednesday, October 30, is forecast to hit most Cambodian provinces on Friday, November 1. Heavy rain is expected in the central and coastal provinces through at least Wednesday, November 6.
As of 13:00 (local time) on Wednesday, October 30, Tropical Matmo was located at approximately 13.2°N 111.0°E (map here) with wind speeds of 74 kph (43 mph) and was moving westward at a speed of 15-20 kph (9-12 mph).
Business and transportation disruptions are likely, along with localized power cut, landslides, and flooding.
Advice
Individuals in Cambodia are advised to monitor local weather reports, adhere to instructions issued by local authorities, anticipate adverse weather and power and transportation disruptions, and remember that running water can be dangerous - 15 cm (6 in) is enough to knock over an adult - and never drive through flooded streets; floodwater may also contain wastewater and chemical products.
