Typhoon Kalmaegi has claimed at least three lives in Vietnam, adding to a mounting death toll of 114 across the Philippines following the storm’s passage through the region. Vietnamese authorities report widespread flooding in central provinces, disrupting daily life in popular tourist destinations and prompting urgent evacuation efforts.
The powerful typhoon, which intensified rapidly over the South China Sea, initially devastated the Philippines, triggering landslides and widespread destruction before moving westward toward Vietnam. Now, Vietnam is grappling with the aftermath, including submerged cities and warnings of further hazards. The storm underscores the increasing vulnerability of Southeast Asian nations to extreme weather events, a trend exacerbated by climate change.
Central Vietnam bore the brunt of Kalmaegi’s impact, with burst riverbanks inundating several provinces. The UNESCO-listed city of Hue and the historic town of Hoi An are among the hardest-hit areas, were residents have been forced to navigate flooded streets by boat after the hoai River overflowed.Thailand is also preparing for potential consequences, with local officials issuing alerts for flash floods, landslides, and river overflows. As of November 7, 2025, emergency response teams are working to provide aid and support to affected communities while monitoring the storm’s continued movement and potential for further disruption.
