Nghe An directs measures to respond to strong winds at sea.

According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, from early morning on January 10, 2024, in the Gulf of Tonkin, strong northeasterly winds of force 5, sometimes force 6, gusting to force 7, will prevail. From the afternoon and night of January 10, 2024, in the northern part of the South China Sea (including the waters around the Hoang Sa archipelago), the northeasterly winds will gradually strengthen to force 6, with occasional winds of force 7, gusting to force 8; in the western part of the southern South China Sea (including the waters west of the Hoang Sa archipelago), the northeasterly winds will be strong at force 6, gusting to force 7.

Leaders of Quynh Luu district inspect the breakwater in Tien Thuy commune ahead of the impact of storms and heavy rain. Photo: Hong Dien's archives.

To proactively respond to strong winds at sea, the Standing Office of the Provincial Steering Committee for Disaster Prevention, Search and Rescue and Civil Defense requests the Steering Committees for Disaster Prevention, Search and Rescue and Civil Defense of coastal districts and towns, and relevant agencies and units:

Closely monitor information and developments regarding strong winds at sea; inform captains and owners of vessels operating at sea so they can proactively take preventive measures and plan their operations accordingly, ensuring the safety of people and property; maintain communication to promptly handle any adverse situations that may arise.

Prepare personnel and resources to deploy rescue and relief operations when necessary.

Strengthen information and communication efforts regarding weather developments, natural disasters, and measures to respond to strong winds at sea through mass media channels so that people can proactively prevent and minimize damage.

The units on duty are strictly organized and regularly report to the Standing Office of the Provincial Steering Committee for Disaster Prevention, Search and Rescue and Civil Defense.

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