Promptly address landslide and subsidence issues.

Since the beginning of the year, serious landslides and subsidence have continued to occur along many rivers and canals in the city. While old landslide areas have not been repaired, many new landslide sites have appeared, leaving residents living in a state of anxiety.

The situation of road erosion in An Lac Thon commune is becoming increasingly serious, causing difficulties for residents in their daily commutes.

Along the Ba Lang River in Cai Rang ward, many families live in constant anxiety and worry because their houses are cracking and at risk of collapsing at any time. Specifically, the newly built house of Ms. Nguyen Thi Ho, approximately 90 square meters, has had its foundation eroded by landslides, creating cavities. Ms. Ho's family had to dismantle part of the house. Not far away, the house of Ms. Nguyen Thi Diem Hong is also cracked. Ms. Hong shared: “My husband and I worked hard and saved up all our money, and we poured it all into this house. Now, with the walls and foundation cracking… I have to move my belongings slowly to an upper floor for temporary shelter.”

Mr. Chau An Binh, Head of the Economic , Infrastructure and Urban Planning Department of Cai Rang Ward, said: “The landslide situation is very serious. For now, the Ward People's Committee has issued an urgent notice, requiring residents to absolutely not stay in houses in dangerous areas, especially at night. At the same time, warning signs have been posted, prohibiting vehicles from traveling on the affected roads; and personnel have been deployed to be on standby to respond promptly in case of any incidents.”

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In An Lac Thon commune, riverbank erosion threatens and cuts off many vital rural transportation routes. Mr. Huynh Van Ut, a local resident, recounted: “In June 2026, I heard a loud noise. When I went to check, I saw rocks and soil collapsing into the river. My whole family immediately fled to safety. I urge the local government and relevant city authorities to pay attention to building a sturdy embankment to protect the land and help people have a place to live and stabilize their lives.”

Mr. Phan Long Duc , Chairman of the People's Committee of An Lac Thon commune, informed: “Right from the dry season months, the People's Committee of the commune issued directives and disseminated information to help people proactively respond to landslides during the rainy season. Thanks to this proactive approach, although six houses collapsed in the commune, there were no casualties. Currently, the local budget is very limited, so we request the city to provide support to address landslide areas, prioritizing the handling of high-risk areas in the coming time to ensure the safety of the people.”

According to statistics, since the beginning of the year, 76 landslides have occurred in the city, with a total length of over 2km. Mr. Nguyen Quang Vinh, Deputy Head of the Irrigation Department of Can Tho City, said: “The Department of Agriculture and Environment of the city has advised the City People's Committee and also submitted a document to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment to review and update key plans and projects to include them in the investment plan. In addition, the city is proposing that the Central Government consider and support the implementation of a flood control project for Can Tho City. If the Central Government provides timely funding, the city will improve its capacity to respond to climate change, helping to protect the safety of residential areas and essential infrastructure.”

Text and photos: Khac Viet

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