An intense storm struck northern Vietnam last night, featuring over 1,000 lightning strikes and substantial rainfall.

Although the atmospheric state is gradually shifting to the cooler phase of La Nina, Vietnam’s central region and many countries around the world are facing prolonged intense heat, increasing the risk of forest fires.

Vietnam braces for a significant shift in weather patterns with early cold fronts and an uptick in storm activity beginning in September, signaling a potentially tumultuous end to the year.

As La Nina prepares to make its presence felt from late August, experts predict that northern Vietnam may experience higher-than-average rainfall in September.

Heavy rain has over the past days has triggered water levels of major rivers in northern Vietnam to swell up quickly, threatening to flood low-lying areas and impact people’s livelihood.

The Red River’s water levels are expected to continue to rise, peaking at 2pm on July 31, before gradually receding.

Heavy rains on July 29 and 30 have resulted in five casualties and heavy property losses in the northern region, reported the Vietnam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Northern Vietnam is set to experience widespread heavy rainfall from the night of July 28th until July 31st, with some areas expecting up to 300mm of rain, raising concerns about potential floods, landslides, and inundation.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on July 24 asked ministries, agencies and localities to focus on settling the consequences of storm Prapiroon – the second of its kind that to hit Vietnam this year.

As Storm No. 2 (Typhoon Prapiroon) lashes Northern Vietnam with heavy rain, meteorologists predict more extreme weather conditions in the coming months due to La Nina, including increased storm activity and flooding risks.

Typhoon Prapiroon has struck Hai Phong with intense rainfall and strong winds, resulting in widespread tree damage and disruptions across the city

Tropical Storm No. 2 (Prapiroon) has weakened into a tropical depression after making landfall in Quang Ninh Province, resulting in heavy rain and strong winds affecting nine provinces across Northern Vietnam.

In the wake of Typhoon Prapiroon, which has left nearly 4,000 tourists stranded on Cat Ba Island, over 30 local hotels are stepping up to offer a 50% discount on accommodation.

As Typhoon Prapiroon intensifies, it is forecasted to make landfall in Quang Ninh and Hai Phong, unleashing heavy rain and strong winds across Northern Vietnam.

Typhoon No. 2 is forecast to hit the Gulf of Tonkin on July 22, with northern Vietnam expected to experience heavy rain and strong winds. Authorities are on high alert as the storm approaches, preparing for potential flooding and damage.

A tropical depression in the East Sea has strengthened into Typhoon No. 2, with forecasts indicating significant rainfall and stormy conditions across Vietnam in the coming days.

A tropical depression in the East Sea is rapidly intensifying and is expected to reach typhoon status shortly, prompting widespread weather warnings across Vietnam.

As of the evening of July 19, the tropical depression in the East Sea is intensifying and is likely to strengthen into a storm by July 20.

A tropical depression has quickly formed from a low-pressure area in the East Sea and is expected to intensify. On land, many areas across the country continue to experience heavy rainfall.

Northern Vietnam is expected to see significant rainfall until July 20, with a brief respite before the rain resumes and extends further. A low-pressure area is predicted to form in the East Sea, potentially intensifying into a tropical depression.