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| Floodwaters in Bach Dang street in Hue city on November 25.__Photo: VNA |
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked ministers and provincial leaders to take proactive measures to mitigate the impact of prolonged heavy rains and flooding in the central region.
In official telegram 120/CD-TTg dated November 25, relentless rainfall over recent days has affected Thua Thien Hue, Quang Ngai, and Binh Dinh provinces, triggering landslides, localized flooding and transport disruptions.
Forecasts indicate that due to a cold front, strong winds at sea and continued heavy rainfall may cause flooding and landslide risks over the next 2-3 days.
The PM has directed provincial authorities from Ha Tinh to Phu Yen to deploy personnel and equipment to deliver food, water and essential supplies to prevent shortages and hunger in submerged or isolated areas.
The Government leader has also assigned the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment to monitor weather developments and provide timely forecasts and warnings to aid decision-making.
The ministries of Agriculture and Rural Development, and Industry and Trade, are asked to coordinate with local authorities to manage the safe operation of reservoirs, balancing flood mitigation and water storage for future needs.- (VLLF)
