Proactively respond to natural disasters, ensure safety of human life and property

A tree in Tan An City was uprooted in heavy rain on the afternoon of May 12.

Accordingly, the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Long An province has urgently issued a document requesting the People's Committees of districts, towns and cities to regularly update the hydrometeorological situation from specialized agencies, promptly inform and propagate so that people can proactively prevent and respond.

At the same time, organize 24/7 on-duty, ensure smooth communication during natural disasters, early detection and timely handling of unusual incidents according to the motto "four on-site".

Localities need to review, develop and deploy response plans appropriate to each type of natural disaster, especially in key and vulnerable areas; arrange forces and means ready to respond and overcome consequences when situations occur.

In addition, it is necessary to urgently organize pruning and reinforcement of trees that are prone to breakage and falling, especially in school grounds, hospitals, parks and busy roads; check and handle the drainage system to avoid prolonged flooding. Propaganda and guidance on disaster prevention skills to the people through mass media are also required to continue to be promoted.

For the Center for Irrigation and Clean Water, it is required to closely monitor the situation of heavy rain and high tides to proactively regulate and operate culverts, dykes, embankments, ensure safety of works and prevent flooding. At the same time, closely coordinate with localities in managing and inspecting the current status of dykes along major river branches such as Vam Co Dong, Vam Co Tay, Rach Cat, Song Tra, etc. and propose timely solutions to handle incidents if any.

As reported, recently, in Long An province, some early season rains have caused property damage. On the afternoon of April 24, a thunderstorm with strong winds blew off the roofs of 71 houses in Long Thuan and My Lac communes, Thu Thua district; in addition, electric poles were also knocked down and tilted. The police, military , militia and local electricity forces quickly arrived to assist people in overcoming the consequences.

A house in Thu Thua district had its roof blown off in heavy rain and strong winds on April 24.

Most recently, on the afternoon of May 12, heavy rain and strong winds in Tan An City caused many trees in the inner city to break and be uprooted. Authorities quickly cleaned up and ensured safe traffic on the roads.

In the face of the above situation, being proactive and determined in preventing, combating and responding to natural disasters is an urgent requirement to minimize damage and protect the safety of people in the whole province from now until the end of 2025./.

Le Duc

Source: https://baolongan.vn/chu-dong-ung-pho-thien-tai-bao-dam-an-toan-tinh-mang-con-nguoi-va-tai-san-a195337.html