Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Environment on Wednesday called on 21 provinces and cities, from northern Quang Ninh province to southern An Giang province, to take proactive measures as Typhoon Bualoi approaches, Vietnam News Agency reported.

According to the ministry, Typhoon Bualoi is forecast to become the 10th typhoon to affect Vietnam this year, following Typhoon Ragasa.

Local authorities have been instructed to closely monitor forecasts, alert fishing vessels to seek shelter, mobilize rescue forces and equipment, and ensure the safety of people and property, while providing regular reports to the ministry, the report said.

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