Storm fallout

In addition, the storm left damage of 155 million USD in its wake according to the Central Steering Committee for Disaster Prevention. 100 houses also collapsed and 90 boats and ships sunk. More than 20,000 ha of rice were destroyed and 77,500 cattle drowned. Heightened attention has been given to weather forecasting, with the meteorological centre criticised for inaccurate predictions in terms of the storm’s wind speed, movement, and direction. More accuracy in the forecast will be vital in helping reduce future storm damage.