HCMC: The area at the foot of Big Mountain still has a high risk of landslides.

Through inspection, the authorities noted that this area is located on a steep terrain, with a height difference of up to 20m compared to the main alley. Of the 6 houses in the dangerous area, 2 were built on an embankment without a footing, and had landslides and exposed foundations. More seriously, large landslides had formed in front of the porches of some houses, which could continue to collapse if there was heavy rain and strong winds.

sat lo - kiem tra .JPG — Secretary of Vung Tau Ward Party Committee Nguyen Tan Ban (right) directly inspected the current status of the area at risk of landslides at alley 634/8 Tran Phu. Photo: QUANG VU

Faced with complicated weather conditions and high risk of insecurity, on the evening of November 6, the People's Committee of Vung Tau Ward urgently evacuated 17 households with 81 people to a safe place. The entire area of alley 634/8 has been cordoned off, warning signs have been posted, and access has been strictly controlled. People are not allowed to return to live there without instructions from the authorities.

sat lo - o.jpg — Some areas have experienced landslides under the foundations and floors of houses. Photo: QUANG VU

Mr. Nguyen Tan Ban said that the landslide situation here has appeared since October 2022 and tends to become more serious. The ward is proposing to coordinate with departments and branches and invite geological assessment experts to soon have a fundamental solution, ensuring safety before bringing people back. While waiting for the solution, the local government will support temporary accommodation for households, currently arranged at the Community Cultural - Learning Center (No. 1 Tran Xuan Do).