The eye of typhoon Bualoi at 7:50 a.m. on September 29, 2025, via satellite imagery (Source: Z.E.)

At least 13  people were dead or missing due to flooding and huge swells. The storm generated violent seas with waves of 3–5 meters from Thanh Hoa to Quang Tri and 2–4 meters across the northern Gulf of Tonkin.

Ahead of the typhoon, the government evacuated more than 28,000 people, and hundreds of flights were cancelled or delayed as four airports in central provinces were closed.

Heavy rainfall is expected until Tuesday. Downpours are forecast for the northern delta, Phu Tho, Son La, and Lao Cai, and provinces from Thanh Hoa to Ha Tinh. Authorities have warned of flash floods, landslides, and inundation of low-lying areas.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Sunday ordered local leaders to keep close watch on affected areas, prevent evacuated residents from returning home until safety is guaranteed, and ensure sufficient supplies at evacuation centers. Provinces should instruct local residents to travel safely, ensure the safety of dams and reservoirs, and stand ready for search and rescue work.

He said essential services like electricity, telecommunications, and clean water must be restored as soon as possible to help people stabilize their life and their agricultural production.

The Hue City Border Guard Command has mobilized personnel and equipment to help residents cope with the heavy rain, focusing on stabilizing landslide-prone areas, reinforcing coastal defenses, and relocating people to safety.

Tran Minh Toan, Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff of the Command, said their forces are working closely with local authorities, police, and militia to assist residents. “More than 1,400 households have been evacuated to safe shelters. 380 officers and soldiers and 50 vehicles of various types are ready for deployment at any moment.”