The Southern Regional Hydrometeorological Station stated that the weather is currently being influenced by a tropical convergence zone with its axis stretching across the Central region, gradually moving northward, connecting to the movement inland over the Northern and Central Central provinces.

Additionally, the storm’s circulation is drawing in southwest monsoon winds, causing wind activity to gradually strengthen. Ho Chi Minh City and the Southern region will experience a period of heavy rain.

The meteorological agency said that from this morning until 7:00 AM on August 26, the entire Ho Chi Minh City will experience rain, with rainfall ranging from 50-110mm. The rain will continue for several more days afterward.

Hoc Mon, Cu Chi, Binh Chanh, Bau Bang, Dau Tieng, Ben Cat, Bac Tan Uyen, Phu Giao, and the special zone of Con Dao are the areas forecast to receive the most rain.

Today, August 24, the sea area from Lam Dong to Ca Mau (including the sea area of Ho Chi Minh City) will have southwest winds at level 5, sometimes reaching level 6; specifically, Lam Dong will have level 6 winds with gusts at level 7-8, and wave heights of 1.5-3.5m.

The sea area from Ca Mau to An Giang will have southwest winds at level 4-5, with gusts at level 6-7, and wave heights of 1-2m.

In both sea areas, the weather will include scattered showers and thunderstorms. During thunderstorms, be cautious of tornadoes and strong wind gusts.

Detailed weather for the Southern region: variable clouds, intermittent sunshine during the day, with showers and thunderstorms in many places in the afternoon and evening; some places will experience moderate to heavy rain.

Detailed weather for Ho Chi Minh City: variable clouds, intermittent sunshine during the day, with showers and thunderstorms in many places in the afternoon and evening; some places will experience moderate to heavy rain.

Due to the indirect influence of Storm No. 5, the weather in the Southern region and Ho Chi Minh City over the next 3 days will have heavy to very heavy rain.

Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is the largest city in Vietnam and a major economic hub. It was the capital of the French colony of Cochinchina and later of the independent state of South Vietnam. The city’s history is reflected in its diverse architecture, which ranges from ornate French colonial buildings like the Notre-Dame Cathedral to modern skyscrapers.

Hoc Mon

Hoc Mon is a suburban district of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, historically significant as the site of the 1885 uprising against French colonial rule. Its name, meaning “wooden gate,” originates from a historical checkpoint that once controlled access to the city. Today, it is a developing area known for its markets and traditional crafts.

Cu Chi

The Cu Chi Tunnels are an extensive underground network near Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, originally constructed by the Viet Minh and later expanded by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. They served as a base for military operations, including living quarters, hospitals, and supply routes. Today, they are a popular war memorial park and museum that offers visitors a glimpse into the resourcefulness and conditions of the guerrilla fighters.

Binh Chanh

Binh Chanh is a rural district of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, historically significant as a site of fierce battles during the Vietnam War. Today, it is primarily known for its agricultural production and is home to several war memorials and relics that commemorate its past.

Bau Bang

I am unable to provide a summary for “Bau Bang” as I do not have sufficient information about this specific place or cultural site in my knowledge base. It may refer to a local or lesser-known location whose historical and cultural significance is not widely documented in general reference materials.

Dau Tieng

Dau Tieng is a district in Binh Duong Province, Vietnam, best known for being the location of the Dau Tieng Reservoir, the largest artificial lake in the country. The reservoir was constructed during the 1980s primarily to provide irrigation for agriculture in the surrounding regions. The area itself has historical significance from the Vietnam War, where it was the site of a major rubber plantation and several military operations.

Ben Cat

Ben Cat is a district-level town in Binh Duong Province, Vietnam, known primarily as a major industrial and economic hub. Historically, the area was part of the thick jungle and rubber plantations of southern Vietnam and gained strategic importance during the Vietnam War. Today, it is characterized by its numerous industrial parks and rapid urban development.

Con Dao

Con Dao is an archipelago off Vietnam’s southern coast, historically notorious for its prison system used by French colonists and later the South Vietnamese government to incarcerate political prisoners. Today, it is a national park known for its pristine beaches, diverse marine life, and sea turtle nesting sites, serving as a somber yet beautiful destination for history and nature enthusiasts.