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Storm Koto has downgraded to a tropical depression over the central East Sea as of Monday. However, the system is still anticipated to cause heavy rain and rough seas off the coast of Vietnam.

Typhoon Koto, the 15th storm of the 2025 season in the East Sea, has unexpectedly weakened and been downgraded to a tropical depression ahead of predictions.

Tropical Storm Koto is gradually losing strength as it moves over the central East Sea and is expected to dissipate into a low-pressure area at sea.

As of November 15, 2025, Vietnam's total import-export turnover reached over USD 801 billion, marking the highest figure in the nation's history and exceeding the Ministry of Industry and Trade's forecasts. This achievement positions Vietnam among the world's top 15 trading nations.

Vietnam's south-central region is on high alert for potential flooding and landslides due to a forecast of heavy rain on Tuesday, driven by the effects of Storm Koto and a cold snap.

Storm Koto, the 15th storm of the year, is moving slowly across the East Sea and is expected to weaken prior to making landfall in Central Vietnam.

Tropical weather systems pose a significant threat to central and southern Vietnam as Storm Koto changes course three times while approaching from the northeast. Additionally, a rare tropical depression has formed in the East Sea, intensifying concerns for the region.

Storm Koto is slowing down and weakening off the central coast of Vietnam due to a cold air mass from the north. Forecasts indicate that the storm will continue to lose strength in the coming days.

A man in Lam Dong province lost his life when his basket boat capsized due to high waves. Additionally, strong winds and turbulent seas resulted in another boat being overturned.

A new tropical depression has formed near Malaysia and is expected to enter the East Sea shortly, complicating the trajectory of Typhoon Koto.

Storm Koto is anticipated to bring moderate to heavy rainfall to south-central Vietnam as it approaches from the East Vietnam Sea, leading to warnings of significant flood and landslide risks in Da Nang and Lam Dong provinces.

Typhoon Koto, currently producing sustained winds of 118 to 133 km/h and gusts reaching 167 to 185 km/h, is expected to gradually weaken starting November 28 as it approaches Central Vietnam.

Tropical storm Koto has entered the eastern area of the central East Sea, marking its status as the 15th named storm in Vietnam's 2025 storm season.

Typhoon Koto has entered the East Sea, contributing to the ongoing natural disaster crisis in Vietnam, which has resulted in 409 fatalities or missing persons and economic losses exceeding USD 3.50 billion in 2025.

Typhoon Koto, also known as Typhoon No. 15, is anticipated to gain strength and travel rapidly in the next 24 hours. However, it may slow down and weaken as it approaches central Vietnam, possibly sparing the region from direct landfall.

Vietnamese authorities are preparing for the potential impact of Typhoon Verbena, which is expected to bring additional heavy rainfall starting November 28. This comes in the wake of historic floods that have already resulted in over 100 fatalities or missing persons.

Tropical Storm Koto made its way into the East Sea late Tuesday night, with sustained winds reaching 74 kilometers per hour as it approaches the central coast of Vietnam, raising concerns about potential flooding in the region.

A tropical depression that struck the Philippines on Monday afternoon is expected to reach the East Vietnam Sea late Tuesday and has the potential to strengthen into a storm.

A rapidly approaching tropical depression is anticipated to enter the East Sea tonight, with predictions suggesting it could develop into tropical storm No. 15. Cold fronts are also expected to follow this weather system.

A tropical depression located over the eastern waters of the central Philippines is expected to intensify into a storm, potentially producing winds that reach level-10 strength. This new weather system poses a threat to the already flood-affected areas of south-central Vietnam.

A tropical depression has formed east of the Philippines and is expected to enter the East Vietnam Sea. Meteorologists predict that it may strengthen into storm No. 15, which could impact the region.

A new tropical storm is developing over the East Sea and is anticipated to bring heavy rainfall to the central provinces of Vietnam starting November 28. This storm is expected to be the 15th of the season.

Investment in Vietnam's hotel market is projected to reach $125 million by 2025. As of July 2025, the market will feature more than 185,000 rooms across 1,500 lodging facilities, with the upscale to luxury segment representing 57 percent of the total.

Vietnam is preparing for ongoing heavy rainfall in its central provinces from late November through early December. Additionally, there is a possibility of one or two more storms developing in the East Vietnam Sea.

The Vietnamese government estimates that the economic losses caused by the floods have reached $343 million across five provinces.