"Typhoon Bualoi made landfall in Vietnam before midnight on Sunday, triggering floods, airport closures and evacuations of thousands of residents. The storm hit Vietnam just north of its largest province, sooner than predicted, with a speed of over 130 kilometers (80 miles) per hour. It caused extensive damage, ripping roofs from buildings and uprooting electrical poles along the country's coast."
"At least 11 people have lost their lives, the AFP news agency reported citing Vietnamese officials. A dozen fishermen were also reported missing amid a sea surge. The Vietnamese government had mobilized thousands of military personnel to provide assistance. Authorities said they had evacuated over 53,000 people to schools and medical centers converted into temporary shelters ahead of Bualoi hitting Vietnam. They have also closed four airports and part of a national highway."
"More than 180 flights have been cancelled or delayed, airport authorities said. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Vietnam prone to typhoons Since making landfall in Vietnam, the storm has weakened as it moves toward neighbouring Laos. Bualoi had hit the neighboring Philippines days ago, killing at least 24, AFP reported on Monday citing a civil defense official. It also caused widespread flooding there."
Typhoon Bualoi struck Vietnam before midnight, making landfall north of the country's largest province with winds exceeding 130 km/h. The storm caused widespread structural damage, uprooted electrical poles, and triggered floods along coastal areas. Authorities evacuated over 53,000 people to schools and medical centers converted into temporary shelters and mobilized thousands of military personnel for relief. At least 11 people have died and a dozen fishermen are missing, while four airports and part of a national highway were closed and more than 180 flights were cancelled or delayed. The storm weakened while moving toward Laos after earlier hitting the Philippines.
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