Up to 6 storms, tropical depressions affect mainland in 2018Among 12-13 storms forecast to enter East Sea, up to six are forecast to directly affect the mainland in 2018, according to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecastings. Among 12-13 storms forecast to enter East Sea, up to six are forecast to directly affect the mainland in 2018. The central region will be the most affected area. Meanwhile, the central region will witness an increase of 15-30 percent in rainfall during April-May and September-October and that in November-December will be much lower than past years. Water levels in the Thao River, Lo River and the lower part of the Hong River will fall 20-30 percent from April-June.

Source: VietNamNet News March 15, 2018 10:07 UTC