Laos mobilises forces to respond to Typhoon Kajiki
Typhoon Kajiki is bringing to Laos widespread thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds, with local efforts focused on ensuring public safety and minimising damage.
Hanoi (VNA) – Typhoon Kajiki is bringing to Laos widespread thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds, with local efforts focused on ensuring public safety and minimising damage.
The Lao Central Disaster Management Committee issued a notice on August 25, directing authorities at all levels to prepare for the storm's impact by warning the public to stay alert, designating temporary evacuation sites, and securing valuables and livestock in safe locations.
The Lao Department of Meteorology and Hydrology advised communities to be vigilant and prepared for the risk of continued heavy rains that could cause landslides and flash floods. It is necessary to closely monitor weather forecasts and warnings issued by authorities, it said.
Additionally, officials from the Lao Ministry of Agriculture and Environment met on the same day to discuss and monitor potential disasters related to the typhoon. The ministry has appointed a 24-hour monitoring team to track water levels and weather conditions.
𒈔 In response to ongoing risks from the storm, the Laos-China Railway Co., Ltd. announced an extension of the temporary suspension of all passenger train services on August 26./.
Foreigners entering or exiting at the airport border gates need to register in advance via the website www.immigration.gov.la to receive a QR code valid for three days and show it at the border gate. Through the online platform, travelers will not have to fill out the traditional paper-based immigration forms.
Typhoon Kajiki is forecast to pass through Laos, bringing widespread thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and strong winds to many areas from August 25 to 31.
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