On October 21, in various areas of Da Nang, residents and businesses were actively bracing for the arrival of the storm. Fengshen is predicted to cause exceptionally heavy rainfall across the region in the coming days.

On Ton Duc Thang Street (Hoa Khanh Ward) - an area prone to frequent flooding - many shop owners have set up metal barriers like makeshift levees to prevent floodwater from entering their homes and damaging property. Locals said that since the evening of October 20, authorities had advised households to secure their homes and protect their belongings.

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Residents set up metal sheets to block floodwaters in front of their houses. Photo: Ho Giap

Along coastal areas and the banks of the Han River, heavy rains have started to hit in waves. Sea levels have risen, and river water has reached the edge of the embankments.

At Phu Loc Border Guard Station, nearly 30 officers and soldiers have been deployed to help fishermen bring their boats and fishing gear ashore along Nguyen Tat Thanh beach.

Local militia forces have also been mobilized to help residents reinforce homes and secure boats at anchorage points.

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Phu Loc Border Guard Station helps fishermen haul boats and nets ashore along Nguyen Tat Thanh beach. Photo: Ho GiapW-z7140085827039_9dd687aaf527d14bf146e37e4139cbc2.jpg

Quang Phu Ward provides support to residents in reinforcing their homes. Photo: Viet Anh



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Homes are being reinforced to prevent storm damage. Photo: Ho Giap

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Da Nang residents rent cranes to lift boats ashore ahead of the storm.

Across the city, wards and communes have simultaneously launched cleanup campaigns, clearing drainage ditches, sewers, and debris to ensure that stormwater can be efficiently discharged when the typhoon hits.

According to the Da Nang Department of Construction, the city has around 80,000 water inlets. However, 30-40% of them are currently blocked by residents using wooden boards, planks, or tarpaulins, significantly reducing the city's drainage efficiency.

On the same afternoon, the Da Nang People's Committee issued an urgent directive requiring all departments, agencies, and localities to activate the highest-level disaster response plans for Typhoon Fengshen and the expected torrential rains.

Forecasts predict that from the night of October 22 to October 27, Da Nang could receive between 350 to 600mm of rainfall, with some areas exceeding 800mm. River levels may rise to alarm levels 2 to 3, and some could even surpass alarm level 3.

The city has mandated 24/7 monitoring and rapid response based on the “four-on-the-spot” principle (local leadership, local forces, local resources, and onsite logistics). All high-risk areas must complete the evacuation of residents by 5:00 p.m. on October 22. Authorities must also ensure sufficient food, essential goods, and cold-weather protection for evacuees and encourage households to stock at least three days’ worth of food, elevate property, and clear drainage points to minimize damage.

Ho Giap