Hau Giang raises public awareness of landslide risks
Local officials should work to raise public awareness of landslide risks and consequences, said Chairman of Hau Giang province People’s Committee Le Tien Chau.
A landslide area in Phu Thanh hamlet, Mai Dam town, Chau Thanh district (Photo: VOV)Hau Giang (VNA) – Local officials should work to raise public awareness of landslide risks and consequences, said Chairman of Hau Giang province People’s Committee Le Tien Chau.
He made the statement on May 8 while inspecting a landslide area in Phu Thanh hamlet, Mai Dam town, Chau Thanh district.
Local residents should know how to protect their lives and assets in cases of natural disasters, he noted.
A temporary road will be constructed to facilitate local travel while preventing risks for the residents.
Earlier, a landslide in 28 metre length occurred in Phu Thanh hamlet affected five households with 23 and caused a loss of 150 million VND (6,600 USD).
The affected families were evacuated to safer locations and there was no human damage.
The locality has launched a landslide emergency and supported local people to recover the consequences, Chairman of Chau Thanh district People’s Committee Tong Hoang Khoi said.-VNA
You should also see
PM urges village elders, citizens to help preserve cultural heritage
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked village elders and chiefs, skilled artisans and reputable citizens to make greater efforts to preserve and promote tangible and intangible cultural heritage, which is the quintessence and core value of the nation.
See more
Society
Hanoi’s virtual monthly passes help commuters travel with ease
Hanoi’s virtual monthly passes for public transport have been on offer for almost one month now, making travel more convenient for the city's commuters, reported the Hanoi Public Transport Management Centre.
Society
Overseas Vietnamese in Russia commemorate Hung Kings
Overseas Vietnamese in Russia on April 18 held a ceremony in Moscow to mark the death anniversary of Hung Kings, the legendary nation founders.
Society
Amended Land Law - breath of fresh air blown into real estate market: lawyer
The amended Land Law, approved by the National Assembly in January 2024, is expected to exert impacts on the business activities of overseas Vietnamese (OVs), including those in Australia., said a lawyer.
Society
Green growth – a pillar of Vietnam-Australia comprehensive strategic partnership
The Australian Government, through agencies and partners, have launched many official development assistance (ODA) projects in Vietnam, including those on climate change adaptation and clean energy infrastructure.
Society
Vietnamese in Thailand, Israel commemorate legendary nation founders
The overseas Vietnamese (OVs) communities in Thailand and Israel have held events to commemorate Hung Kings, the legendary founders of the nation.
