Nghe An province issues directive to respond to typhoon No. 2.

According to a bulletin from the National Center for Meteorological and Hydrological Forecasting, on the afternoon of August 9th, the tropical depression strengthened into a storm, the second storm of 2022, with the international name MULAN.

At 13:00 on August 9th, the typhoon's center was located at approximately 17.3 degrees North latitude and 112.9 degrees East longitude, in the northeastern part of the Hoang Sa (Paracel) Islands, about 300km southeast of Hainan Island (China). The strongest winds near the center of the typhoon were at level 8, with gusts up to level 10.

The forecast for the next 24 hours indicates the storm will move northward, then potentially change direction to northwest, traveling at 15-20 km per hour and likely intensifying.

Heavy rains caused by the remnants of Typhoon No. 9 resulted in flooding in many areas of Do Luong district on October 30, 2021. (Photo: Pham Bang)

Toproactive responseIn response to Typhoon No. 2, the Provincial Steering Committee for Disaster Prevention, Search and Rescue and Civil Defense requests the Steering Committees for Disaster Prevention and Search and Rescue in districts, cities, and towns; and relevant departments, agencies, and organizations to direct the implementation of the following:

1. Strictly implement Official Dispatch No. 23/CĐ-QG dated August 9, 2022, of the National Steering Committee for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control.

2. For maritime routes - Closely monitor the developments of Typhoon No. 2, inform owners of vessels and captains of ships and boats operating at sea about the location, direction of movement, and development of the typhoon so that they can proactively take preventive measures, evacuate, or avoid moving into dangerous areas.

The danger zone in the South China Sea over the next 24 hours is defined as north of 15.5 degrees North latitude; from 110.5 to 114.5 degrees East longitude (the danger zone will be adjusted in future forecast bulletins).

- Organize the monitoring and counting of ships and boats operating in the area affected by the storm; maintain regular communication with the owners of the vessels to promptly handle any adverse situations that may occur; 3. For plains and coastal areas

ButStrict managementVessels heading out to sea; inspecting and guiding the mooring of ships and boats at the docks, ensuring fire safety, security, and social order. Having rescue forces and equipment ready to promptly handle any emergencies.

- Directing efforts to ensure the safety of people and property on floating cages, aquaculture areas at sea, along the coast, and inland; being prepared to drain floodwaters to protect agricultural production, low-lying areas, urban areas, and industrial zones.

4. For mountainous areas - Implementationshock forceInspect and assess unsafe housing, residential areas along rivers and streams, areas outside riverbanks, areas at risk of flooding, landslides, flash floods, and mining areas; prepare evacuation plans for residents in areas at high risk of deep flooding, flash floods, and landslides to safe locations.

- Inspect, review, and prepare plans to ensure the safety of reservoirs and downstream areas, especially small hydropower reservoirs and critical irrigation reservoirs.

5. The Northern Central Region Meteorological and Hydrological Station: Closely monitor, forecast, warn, and promptly inform about the development of the storm in order to proactively implement response measures.

6. The Provincial Military Command, the Provincial Border Guard Command, and the Provincial Police Department are ready with forces and equipment.rescueTo be able to handle situations promptly when they arise.

7. Department of Agriculture and Rural Development: Directing work to ensure the safety of fishing vessels and aquaculture; the safety of sea dikes, reservoirs, and irrigation dams, especially critical and ongoing construction projects; and protecting agricultural production.

8. Department of Transportation: Review and deploy forces to control and guide traffic in flooded and isolated areas; prepare personnel, materials, and equipment to address incidents and ensure smooth traffic flow on major transportation routes.

9. Department of Information and Communications: Directing network operators and mass media agencies to ensure communication services for response efforts; strengthening the sharing and guidance on storm prevention and control, prioritizing the broadcasting of warning bulletins and response instructions.

10. Relevant departments and agencies, according to their assigned functions and duties, shall direct measures to prepare for and respond to adverse situations should they occur.

11. The provincial Radio and Television Station and Nghe An Newspaper should strengthen information and communication about the developments of Typhoon No. 2 and the direction of response efforts.

12. Maintain a strict duty roster and regularly report to the Standing Office of the Provincial Steering Committee for Disaster Prevention, Search and Rescue, and Civil Defense.