Storm Matmo weakens, Vinh Long has showers and thunderstorms

According to the Provincial Hydrometeorological Station, at 7:00 a.m. on October 3, the center of the storm was at about 16.3 degrees North latitude; 122.7 degrees East longitude, in the sea east of Luzon Island (Philippines). The strongest wind near the center of the storm was level 9-10 (75-102 km/h), gusting to level 13. Moving in the West Northwest direction, speed about 25 km/h.

Forecast map of storm trajectory and intensity at 8:00 on October 3, 2025.

From the next 72-96 hours, the storm will move in the West Northwest direction, traveling 15-20km per hour, the storm's intensity will continue to weaken.

Forecast of storm impact at sea: From noon and afternoon today, the sea area east of the North East Sea will have winds gradually increasing to level 6-7; then increasing to level 8-9, the area near the storm's center will have strong winds of level 10-11, gusting to level 13, waves 4-6m high, and rough seas.

From October 4-5, the northern sea area of the North East Sea is likely to be affected by strong winds of level 11-12, gusting to level 15. Ships operating in the above-mentioned dangerous areas are likely to be affected by storms, whirlwinds, strong winds, and large waves.

Weather in Vinh Long province in the next 24 hours, clouds change, mostly sunny during the day, with local showers in the afternoon. During thunderstorms, beware of strong gusts of wind and tornadoes. Tonight there will be light rain and light winds. Vinh Long sea area, clouds change, with showers and thunderstorms in some places.

From October 4, the southwest wind will be level 3-4, the sea waves will be 0.5-1.5m, the sea will be normal. All vessels operating in the waters of Vinh Long province are at risk of being affected by tornadoes, strong gusts of wind and big waves during thunderstorms. Vessels operating at sea will regularly monitor and update the location and path of the storm to have direction of movement and find safe shelter.

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Source: https://baovinhlong.com.vn/thoi-su/202510/cuong-do-bao-matmo-suy-yeu-vinh-long-co-mua-rao-va-dong-55a15e1/