Super Typhoon Krathon enters East Sea
Super Typhoon Krathon entered the northeastern waters of the East Sea early on the morning of October 1, the fifth to hit Vietnam in 2024.
Typhoon Krathon is currently active in the northeastern waters of the East Sea, the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting reported.
Maximum wind speeds near the typhoon's center are at level 16 (184-201km/h), with gusts exceeding level 17. The storm is moving northwest at a speed of approximately 5km/h.
The storm is unlikely to directly affect Vietnam's coastal areas and mainland in the next 24 to 72 hours, according to current forecasts.
The typhoon is predicted to move north-northwest at about 5 km/h, with maximum wind speeds near the center expected to remain at level 16, with gusts surpassing level 17 by 7 AM on Wednesday.
By 7 AM of Thursday, Typhoon Krathon is forecast to shift northward at a speed of about 10 km/h and gradually decrease its intensity when approaching Taiwan, China.
Typhoon Krathon is predicted to continue weakening on early Friday as it follows the northeastern path at a speed of about 10 km/h.
Due to the typhoon's impact, strong winds at level 10-13, up to level 14-16 near its eye, will affect the northeastern waters of the Northern East Sea. Wave heights are expected to reach 7-9 m, with extremely rough seas.
Vessels in the affected areas are at risk of encountering thunderstorms, whirlwinds, gusts, and high waves.
HOAI ANH