According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, as of November 8, a strong tropical storm named Fung-Wong (Phoenix) is active in the eastern waters of central Philippines.

By 1 p.m., maximum sustained winds near the center had reached level 13 (134–149 km/h), with gusts at level 16. The storm is moving west-northwest at about 30 km/h.

Forecasts indicate that around the morning of November 10, Fung-Wong will likely move into the eastern part of the northern East Sea.

Meteorologists note that Fung-Wong is currently in a highly favorable environment with sea surface temperatures of 29–30°C and low vertical wind shear, allowing it to strengthen further, potentially reaching super typhoon status by November 9.

However, as it nears the southeastern coast of Luzon Island in the Philippines, it is expected to encounter less favorable conditions, which may reduce its intensity.

“Around the morning of November 10, Fung-Wong is forecast to move into the eastern part of the northern East Sea, becoming the 14th tropical storm in the region in 2025,” stated a meteorological expert.

Experts also pointed out that the northern edge of the subtropical high-pressure system guiding the storm’s path is weakening and extending southward. This shift is causing the storm to veer more to the north.

As it moves to higher latitudes, Fung-Wong is expected to enter the steering flow of the upper-level westerlies, likely redirecting it northeastward and out of the East Sea.

Current forecasts suggest that Fung-Wong has a low probability of directly impacting mainland Vietnam.

Typically, late-season storms tend to move west or west-southwest, often making landfall in the south-central provinces. However, Fung-Wong’s northward and outbound movement is considered highly unusual.

Expected impacts of typhoon Fung-Wong

Due to the combined influence of the typhoon and an enhanced easterly cold air mass, from the night of November 8, strong northeast winds at levels 6–7 with gusts at levels 8–9 are expected in the eastern waters of the northern East Sea.

From the night of November 9, winds will strengthen to levels 8–9, with areas near the storm’s center reaching levels 10–12 and gusts up to levels 14–15. Wave heights may rise from 3–5 meters to 6–8 meters, resulting in very rough seas.

It is forecasted that by the morning of November 10, Fung-Wong will enter the East Sea with sustained winds at level 13 and gusts at level 16, maintaining its strength as it moves northward.

Between November 10 and 12, the eastern part of the northern East Sea is likely to be affected by storm-force winds at levels 11–13, gusts up to level 16, and wave heights of 8–10 meters, with extremely rough sea conditions.

All vessels operating within the affected areas may be subject to thunderstorms, strong gusts, and high waves.

Bao Anh