Hanoi, October 1, 2025 — Vietnam’s National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF) has warned that the East Sea (South China Sea) may face Typhoon No. 11 between October 4–6, with powerful winds and dangerous sea conditions expected.
As of 1:00 p.m. on October 1, a tropical depression was located east of Luzon Island in the Philippines, packing winds of up to 61 km/h (level 7), with gusts reaching level 9. Moving westward at around 15 km/h, the system is forecast to strengthen into a tropical storm and then a typhoon over the next two days.
By October 2, the depression is expected to intensify to level 8 with gusts up to level 10, continuing west-northwest at 15–20 km/h. On October 3, it could become a stronger storm (level 9, gusting level 11) as it tracks further west-northwest at speeds of 20–25 km/h, potentially entering the East Sea and gaining more strength.
Meteorologists predict that from October 3 onward, strong winds of 6–7 will sweep across the northeastern East Sea, with areas near the storm’s center experiencing winds at level 8 and gusts of level 10. Wave heights are expected to reach 2.5–4.5 meters, creating rough seas.
The most severe conditions are forecast between October 4–6, when the northern East Sea — including Vietnam’s Hoang Sa (Paracel) archipelago — could be hit by winds at level 10–11, with gusts up to level 14.
Authorities have warned that vessels operating in these areas face high risks from thunderstorms, squalls, strong winds, and rough seas. Fishermen and shipping operators have been urged to closely monitor weather updates and take precautions.
This development comes just days after Typhoon Bualoi brought deadly storms and flooding to several provinces in Vietnam, raising concerns about a challenging storm season ahead.
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Source: Vietnam Insider