With wind speeds reaching Level 17 and gusts exceeding that, Ragasa has surpassed Hurricane Erin to become the year’s strongest storm. 10 in the East Sea, with a 50% chance of affecting Vietnam. Deputy PM Ha emphasised the principle of maintaining maximum vigilance to any storm, regardless of its strength, and prioritising prevention with discipline and responsiveness at the core. Finally, the Deputy PM stressed the need for accessible and image-rich forecasts to help the public understand and prepare. He also urged continued vigilance amid the likelihood of further storm developments after Ragasa./.