Typhoon Bualoi Devastates Vietnam, Leaving 19 Dead and 21 Missing
Vietnam has endured a tumultuous typhoon season in 2025, with three powerful storms - Wipha, Kajiki, and Bualoi - causing significant devastation. Typhoon Bualoi, the most recent and severe, has reignited concerns about the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events in Southeast Asia.
Bualoi, packing winds up to 133 km/h and waves reaching 8 metres, left a trail of destruction along Vietnam's coast. The North Central region, particularly Ha Tinh, bore the brunt. Here, around 50,000 trees were uprooted, and tens of thousands of houses were destroyed. Heavy rains triggered widespread flooding in Hanoi and several northern provinces.
The storm, which caused at least 10 deaths and severe flooding in the Philippines before reaching Vietnam, resulted in 19 confirmed deaths and 21 people still missing in Vietnam. It suspended four coastal airports, including Da Nang International Airport, and led to the evacuation of thousands of residents. The storm destroyed temporary bridges, flooded roads, and submerged vehicles, leaving many communities isolated and causing disruption in urban areas.
Typhoon Bualoi has been the most devastating storm to hit Vietnam this year. Travellers are advised to exercise increased caution in affected regions due to ongoing disruptions and safety risks. Primary roads and highways should be used, and travel through flooded areas should be avoided.
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