Warm military-civilian relationship in the flooded area of ​​Que Phuoc, Da Nang

(Chinhphu.vn) - Immediately after the prolonged flood caused heavy damage in Que Phuoc commune (Da Nang city), officers and soldiers of Brigade 574 (Military Region 5) quickly arrived, wading through the rain and mud to help people overcome the consequences, providing necessities, contributing to the early stabilization of people's lives.

After days of prolonged rain and floods, Que Phuoc commune was submerged in mud, many houses were still in disarray, and people's lives were extremely difficult. The whole commune has more than 3,300 households with 14,000 people, of which over 3,000 households were affected; many houses were completely collapsed, and property was severely damaged. Tu Nhu village alone was isolated for many days, having to use boats to transport food and drinking water.

During that difficult time, the soldiers of Brigade 574 braved the rain and mud to help people, becoming a solid support, adding faith and warmth to the local people.

Officers and soldiers transport food into isolated areas - Photo: VGP/Minh Trang

Immediately after receiving the order, Brigade 574 quickly mobilized its forces and vehicles, stabilized its accommodation and immediately began the task of supporting people in overcoming the consequences of floods. Lieutenant Colonel Hoang Nam Thanh, Deputy Political Commissar of the Brigade, on behalf of the Military Region 5 Command, presented 2 tons of rice, 1.5 tons of dry food, 400 liters of fish sauce and cooking oil, 130 kg of salt, MSG, banh chung, soft drinks and 150 gift bags including instant noodles, cakes, milk... to isolated households, especially policy families, poor households and lonely elderly people.

In adverse weather conditions, many roads were deeply flooded and had landslides, officers and soldiers of Brigade 574 tried to reach each residential area and deliver relief goods to people in isolated areas.

Lieutenant Colonel Hoang Nam Thanh, Deputy Political Commissar of the Brigade, presents gifts to isolated households - Photo: VGP/Minh Trang

Mr. Nguyen Van Lanh, Standing Vice Chairman of Que Phuoc Commune People's Committee, emotionally shared: "In difficult circumstances, the timely presence of officers and soldiers of Brigade 574 helped the locality to soon stabilize people's lives. They not only provided material support but also directly cleaned houses, cleared waterways, and repaired roads. The soldiers are truly a reliable support for the government and the people."

Along with the relief supplies, Brigade 574 coordinated with local authorities to clear mud, dredge canals, and repair traffic infrastructure. After 3 days, the army and people cleared more than 50m³ of earth and rock, cleaned 5km of inter-village roads, sanitized 2 schools, 1 medical station, and 8 houses with elderly people living alone; and transported more than 6 tons of relief goods.

Giving gifts to people in need in Que Phuoc commune - Photo: VGP/Minh Trang

Mr. Bui Van Thuan, Head of the Front Committee of Binh Yen village, expressed: "As soon as the water receded, officers and soldiers of Brigade 574 were present with the people to clean up and give gifts to heavily damaged households and policy families. We, the people, are extremely grateful."

After the flood, the relationship between the army and the people in Que Phuoc became even closer. In each cleared road and each rebuilt roof was the sweat and heart of the soldiers of Brigade 574. The image of Uncle Ho's soldiers was once again engraved in the hearts of the people - a symbol of loyalty, responsibility and steadfast faith.

Minh Trang

Source: https://baochinhphu.vn/tham-tinh-quan-dan-noi-vung-lu-que-phuoc-da-nang-102251104085004157.htm