Militia forces of An Cuu ward evacuate elderly people from flooded areas.

Due to prolonged heavy rain, many roads and residential areas in An Cuu ward have been severely flooded, disrupting daily life and directly threatening the lives and property of hundreds of households. Determined to prevent the people from being affected by the floods, the An Cuu Ward Military Command has directed its officers and militia members to stay close to the area, working day and night, on duty 24/7 to promptly evacuate and assist the people.

Hoang Xuan Phong, a militia soldier, shared: "The water rose quickly, and families in low-lying areas were very worried. If they didn't move or elevate their belongings in time, it would be very dangerous. Therefore, when they saw the militia members arrive, they felt more at ease. During that critical time, day and night, we didn't allow ourselves to delay. Even though we were tired, wherever help was needed, the militia members were there."

Mr. Tran Truong Huy, residing on Truong Chinh Street, said: "The floodwaters rose quickly, and our house is in a low-lying area, so we couldn't move in time. Our family consists of two parents, four young children, and elderly parents. Fortunately, the local militia and police officers came to assist us in moving to higher ground in time, ensuring our safety."

To effectively carry out the task of preventing, mitigating, and overcoming the consequences of floods and heavy rains, the An Cuu Ward Military Command strictly adhered to the "4 on-the-spot" directive, activating the disaster prevention and search and rescue plan at the highest level. Simultaneously, they maintained a force of 3 mobile militia platoons and 38 local militia team leaders in 38 residential areas. They also established 3 checkpoints at dangerous locations to warn, guide traffic, and prevent people and vehicles from entering hazardous areas.

The Ward Military Command coordinated the reception of information from 22 locations requiring urgent relocation assistance; they mobilized officers and soldiers of the People's Militia, along with vehicles, to assist in relocating 87 people from low-lying, deeply flooded, and isolated areas to safe, elevated shelters. Notable examples include the timely emergency medical care provided to Ton That Bao Khang on Dang Van Ngu Street; and timely assistance to the family of Ms. Van Anh at 98 Hai Trieu Street, whose house was deeply flooded, without electricity and communication, while three students were staying there.

Mr. Tran Viet Tan, Deputy Commander of the An Cuu Ward Military Command, informed: "The officers and soldiers of the People's Militia Force seem to never rest, organizing round-the-clock shifts, even spending days immersed in the silvery water to assist the people. We always consider helping the people as our highest responsibility."

In addition, this force is also urgently supplying food, thousands of meals, and drinking water to critical areas and isolated locations to serve the people.

Ms. Hoang Thi Nhu Thanh, Chairwoman of the An Cuu Ward People's Committee, said: "During the recent floods, many families in the ward were severely affected. The Party Committee, the government, mass organizations, and the Ward Military Command actively supported the people. Many disadvantaged, elderly, and sick individuals received timely assistance from the People's Militia in coordination with other forces. The ward leaders acknowledge and highly appreciate the efforts and responsibility of the Ward Military Command and the People's Militia throughout the recent natural disaster."

Text and photos: LE SAU

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