Landslide affects 13 houses in Phu Huu border commune

On the afternoon of November 17, a landslide occurred on the east bank of the Hau River, passing through Vinh Phuoc Hamlet (Phu Huu Commune, An Giang Province), affecting 13 houses.

The house completely collapsed into the river.

According to a report from the People's Committee of Phu Huu commune, at approximately 2:30 PM on November 17th, landslides occurred at two locations on the eastern bank of the Hau River, in Vinh Phuoc hamlet.

The first landslide occurred approximately 30 meters downstream from the Vinh Loc communal house. The landslide extended for about 150 meters in length and penetrated 3 to 6 meters inland.

The second landslide occurred at the Vinh Loc communal temple, measuring approximately 20 meters in length and extending about 4 meters inland.

The landslides affected 13 houses, with 4 completely collapsing into the river, 1 partially collapsing, and 8 requiring urgent relocation. Initial estimates of the damage exceed 300 million VND, with no casualties.

Leaders of Phu Huu commune People's Committee surveyed the scene and directed forces to assist the people.

The forces assisted residents in relocating their belongings.

Upon receiving reports from residents, local authorities promptly mobilized forces to assist in relocating belongings and property to safe areas; erected barriers and landslide warning signs to ensure the safety of people's lives and property. At the same time, they urgently compiled a damage assessment to determine how to provide assistance to the affected residents.

Text and photos: NGHIA THANH

Source: https://baoangiang.com.vn/sat-lo-anh-huong-13-can-nha-o-xa-bien-gioi-phu-huu-a467462.html