Urgent rescue efforts are underway to evacuate residents of Da Nang from deeply flooded areas to safety.

On the afternoon of October 28th, a delegation from the Command of Military Region V, led by Colonel Phan Dai Nghia, Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff of Military Region V, inspected the work of preventing, combating, and mitigating the consequences of floods in Da Nang city.

Armed forces of Military Region V used motorboats to rescue people in deeply flooded areas. (Photo: Dung/VNA)

At inspection points in Ngu Hanh Son ward, Dien Ban ward, etc., Colonel Phan Dai Nghia listened to reports on the damage and response efforts of local authorities and functional forces, commending the proactive spirit and readiness of officers, soldiers, and people in dealing with the floods. However, given the complex weather developments, Colonel Phan Dai Nghia requested that units and armed forces under the Military Region stationed in the area continue to uphold their sense of responsibility, strictly implement directives on flood and storm prevention and control; and ensure sufficient personnel and equipment are ready for 24/7 deployment and rescue operations.

Colonel Phan Dai Nghia also requested that units and armed forces under the Military Region proactively assist people in transporting valuable belongings and assets to higher ground, and urgently relocate people in dangerous areas at risk of landslides and deep flooding to safe shelters; closely coordinate with local Party committees and authorities to prepare and promptly provide necessary supplies, ensuring that people do not suffer from hunger or cold, especially in isolated areas. The Military Region will continue to closely coordinate with units of the Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of Public Security , and local authorities, promoting the "four on-the-spot" principle, and focusing all efforts to respond to the complex flood situation, especially the relocation of people in Da Nang and Quang Ngai. The military region has also prepared logistical plans, food supplies, and other necessities for areas that have been cut off and isolated for extended periods, and has planned to mobilize forces to assist people in overcoming the consequences after the floodwaters recede, with the goal of minimizing damage to people and property.

Border guards in Da Nang city assist flood victims in transporting their belongings to safety. Photo: Tran Tinh/TTXVN.

Given the complex developments of the flood situation, the Command of Military Region V directed the Military Commands of Da Nang City and Quang Ngai Province to mobilize local forces and resources to promptly rescue people in the flood-stricken areas. In addition, the Military Region Command organized five working groups, led by the Commander and relevant agencies, to travel to various locations in the two provinces and cities; coordinating with local Party committees and authorities to inspect and direct flood and landslide prevention efforts.

Source: https://baotintuc.vn/thoi-su/khan-truong-ung-cuudua-nguoi-dan-da-nang-o-khu-vuc-ngap-sau-den-noi-an-toan-20251028190559112.htm