As Typhoon Kajiki barrels towards Southeast Asia, both Vietnam and China are bracing for its impact, leading to mass evacuations in vulnerable areas. The storm, with wind speeds reaching up to 180km/h, has already caused devastation in Vietnam, claiming at least one life and prompting the evacuation of over half a million people. In China, Hainan Island, a popular tropical resort destination, has also ordered evacuations as the typhoon approaches.
According to reports from The New York Times, officials in Hainan Island have halted public transportation and closed businesses in Sanya, a well-known resort city. Similarly, in Vietnam, more than 16,500 soldiers and 107,000 paramilitary personnel have been mobilized to assist with evacuations as the storm intensifies, as reported by Al Jazeera.
The situation in Vietnam is dire, with tens of thousands of residents being evacuated from coastal areas as Typhoon Kajiki makes landfall. The storm, the fifth to hit Vietnam this year, has brought strong winds and massive waves, causing widespread destruction along the coast, as highlighted by France 24.
As the storm continues to move inland towards Laos and northern Thailand, the need for coordinated evacuation efforts and emergency response measures remains critical. The potential for further damage and loss of life underscores the importance of preparedness and swift action in the face of natural disasters.
In the midst of this crisis, the global community must come together to support those affected by Typhoon Kajiki and work towards building resilience against future extreme weather events. The impact of climate change is increasingly evident in the frequency and intensity of such storms, emphasizing the urgency of addressing environmental challenges.
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References:
1. The New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/24/world/asia/typhoon-kajiki-china-sanya.html
2. Al Jazeera: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/8/25/vietnam-prepares-to-evacuate-half-a-million-people-ahead-of-typhoon-kajiki?traffic_source=rss
3. France 24: https://www.france24.com/en/asia-pacific/20250825-vietnam-evacuates-tens-of-thousands-from-coastal-areas-as-typhoon-kajiki-makes-landfall
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