The search was organized into many small groups, each group using primitive tools such as sticks to search under thousands of square meters of mud, following the stream bank and using their hands to dig through obstacles to search for bodies. Up to now, Division 316, Military Region II has discovered 7 bodies buried under the mud.
Captain Do Trong Cuong, Division 316, Military Region II shared: "I feel very sad and sorry for the bodies that have been found. We are trying our best, actively following the commander's orders to search for the missing people."
Captain Trinh Hong Long, Fire Prevention and Rescue Police Department of Lao Cai Province Police, said: "Some victims were found in a state of disrepair, which makes us even more determined to continue the search."
The soldiers' tireless efforts in harsh conditions
To speed up the process, search plans were deployed synchronously, with the support of sniffer dogs. This is an important force in detecting traces of the victims.
Major Doan Van Hoan, Search and Rescue Team, Border Guard Command said: "Sniffing dogs help detect and sniff out signs, then we report to the command to deploy digging."
Service dogs assist authorities in search operations
About 650 people participated in the search, including the military, police and militia. Despite the traffic disruption, the authorities persisted in their efforts and coordinated closely to achieve the highest efficiency. Given the complex situation at the scene, the commanders of the forces continuously adjusted their plans to adapt to the actual conditions.
Lieutenant General Pham Hong Chuong, Commander of Military Region II said: "Organize forces to coordinate with local Party committees and authorities to support people in stabilizing their lives and overcoming the consequences. At the same time, encourage people's spirit with actions and sentiments from the military region and the Ministry of National Defense ."
Military forces gather ahead of rescue mission
Search forces persistently search for the victim's body
After makeshift meals and short breaks, the soldiers returned to the scene, determined to race against time to quickly find the unfortunate victims under the mud, helping their relatives ease their grief.
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