Dong Hoi Airport will be closed from 4 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Tho Xuan Airport from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on 25/8 to ensure the safety of passengers, assets, and equipment.

In response to the typhoon, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has requested agencies and units to maintain 24-hour operations, inspect airport infrastructure, and communication systems to promptly detect and address any damage, ensuring the safety of facilities and operations.

Aircraft secured at Noi Bai International Airport in preparation for Typhoon Yagi in 9/2024. Photo: Giang Huy

Aircraft secured at Noi Bai International Airport in preparation for Typhoon Yagi in 9/2024. Photo: Giang Huy

The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting reports that from 25/8 to 31/8, northern Vietnam will experience showers and thunderstorms, with heavy rain in some areas. On 25/8, due to the typhoon's influence, the midlands and delta regions can expect moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms, with very heavy rain in some locations.

From 25/8 to 31/8, central Vietnam will have scattered showers and thunderstorms, with heavy rain in some areas, mainly in the afternoon and evening. On 25/8, due to the typhoon's impact, the Thanh Hoa - north Quang Tri region will experience very heavy rain, while south Quang Tri - Hue will see moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms, with very heavy rain in some places.

Four airports are forecast to be affected by Typhoon Kajiki: Tho Xuan, Vinh, Dong Hoi, and Phu Bai (Hue).

Doan Loan