Typhoon Bualoi Causes Over 38 Deaths, Widespread Damage in Vietnam and Philippines

Typhoon Bualoi has caused significant devastation in Vietnam and the Philippines, resulting in numerous fatalities, missing persons, and widespread damage. In Vietnam, the typhoon made landfall with waves up to 8 meters high, heavy rains, and strong winds that damaged houses, knocked down power grids, and led to power outages affecting over 347,000 households. At least 12 people have died and 17 are missing in Vietnam, including fishermen lost at sea and residents killed by floods and falling debris. The Vietnamese government evacuated over 28,500 people and closed several airports, while authorities warned of ongoing risks of severe floods and landslides. In the Philippines, Tropical Storm Bualoi caused at least 26 deaths, 14 missing persons, and over 33 injuries, affecting nearly 2.8 million people with flooding and landslides, prompting large-scale evacuations and government aid distribution. The storm also impacted southern China, where precautionary measures including flight suspensions and relocations have been implemented as Bualoi approaches the region.