Co To Special Zone (Quang Ninh) has high tide, waves up to 5m high

From noon on July 22, in the Co To special economic zone, Quang Ninh province, there was high tide, high water combined with strong winds and big waves.

From noon on July 22, in the Co To special economic zone, Quang Ninh province, there was high tide, high water combined with strong wind and big waves. (Photo: Co To Special Economic Zone Service Supply Center)

According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, the tide level in Co To special zone, Quang Ninh province during this time can peak at 4-4.2m, even reaching 4.5m when combined with waves of 3-5m high. This high tide phenomenon occurs at the right time of the impact of storm No. 3, so the risk level is high. According to recommendations, coastal areas, wharf areas, coastal roads and residential areas near the water's edge are at risk of deep flooding, landslides and damage to infrastructure.

In Co To special economic zone, Quang Ninh province, there is flooding due to large waves hitting the shore. (Photo: Co To special economic zone service center)

Currently, the Co To special zone still has strong winds and heavy rain. Therefore, the Co To special zone authorities advise people not to be subjective, negligent, or lose vigilance; absolutely do not go to sea during this time, do not gather at embankment areas, wharves during high tide. At the same time, proactively move people and property out of low-lying areas, especially areas at risk of flooding; people need to closely monitor weather forecasts and announcements from local authorities.

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