Humanity in the midst of storms and floods

Amid the howling storm, the image of border guards wading in the rain, carrying old people, holding children, carrying boxes of noodles, cans of water to shelters... has become a beautiful symbol of compassion and the spirit of "serving the people".

Faced with the complicated developments of storm No. 13 (Kalmaegi), in early November, officers and soldiers of the Dak Lak Provincial Border Guard were always in the highest state of readiness.

At coastal units, the work of helping people respond, evacuate and arrange storm shelters was carried out synchronously and urgently. In the midst of the wind and rain, the image of soldiers in green uniforms expanding their barracks and welcoming people to take shelter has become a solid support for people in coastal areas.

Xuan Dai Border Guard Station coordinated with Phu Yen Firefly Charity Association to provide 60 food rations including instant noodles, dry food, bread, milk and some necessary items to ensure safety for people at 3 storm shelters in Xuan Dai ward and Song Cau ward.

On the evening of November 6, when storm No. 13 approached the mainland, the rain became heavier and heavier, and the wind blew down rows of trees along the road. In the Xuan Hoa Border Guard Station, the lights were still on, the smoke from the kitchen was still flying, and the warmth of military-civilian love spread amidst the fierce storm. Dozens of people were welcomed by the soldiers to take shelter from the storm, everyone quietly huddled in the warm room, but their eyes still shone with peace of mind and trust because in the heart of the storm, there were always silent border guards who were a solid support for the people.

The timely provision of food to people at storm shelters No. 13 demonstrated the spirit of solidarity, mutual love and deep affection of the Vietnamese people; demonstrated the spirit and responsibility of officers and soldiers of Xuan Dai Border Guard Station in supporting people in preventing and fighting storm No. 13.

In the neatly arranged hall, people gathered around hot meals. Outside it was raining and windy, but inside the atmosphere was warm and full of love.

“My house is on the coast, not solid, I was afraid it would blow away by strong winds, so the border guards mobilized me to take temporary shelter here. Yesterday, they also helped me to secure the roof and move my belongings. Thanks to them, we feel very secure,” said Le Thi Hay, Hoa An village, Xuan Canh commune, emotionally.

Amid the storm, Xuan Hoa border guards enthusiastically examined and took care of the health of people who came to take shelter from the storm.

From early morning, officers and soldiers of Xuan Hoa Border Guard Station urgently cleaned the hall, set up folding beds, prepared blankets, raincoats, and drinking water to serve the people.

Senior Lieutenant Doan Dang Vu, Deputy Head of the Mass Mobilization Team, Xuan Hoa Border Guard Station, shared: “Seeing people carrying each other to the storm shelter, everyone was soaked but still trying to smile, I felt so sorry! We just want to contribute a little bit, helping people have a dry and safe place during natural disasters. The rain was heavy and the wind was strong, but seeing people sleep peacefully and eat a hot bowl of rice warmed my heart.”

Not only in Xuan Hoa, the Border Guard Stations of Hoa Hiep Nam, An Hai and Vung Ro have also opened their barracks, arranging safe accommodation for dozens of households in vulnerable areas. Officers and soldiers take turns cooking, preparing medicine, providing health care and promptly encouraging people to feel secure while staying temporarily.

Officers and soldiers of Xuan Dai Border Guard Station visited and encouraged people to take shelter from the storm.

The storm will eventually pass, but in the memories of the people of the coastal area of Dak Lak, the image of soldiers in green uniforms opening their arms, sharing meals and sleeping places in the middle of the storm will forever be a shining symbol of the close military-civilian bond, of human love in the midst of storms and floods.

THUY DUNG

Source: https://baolamdong.vn/tinh-nguoi-giua-bao-lu-400882.html