Storm Vamco hits Vietnam as Philippines death toll rises
22 November 2020 |
6:52 am
At least five people have been injured in Vietnam as the storm leaves a trail of devastation in the Philippines. Vamco is easing slightly after it was labeled as a typhoon with winds of up to 155 kilometers per hour.
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