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VNPT restores 80% of infrastructure damaged by typhoons

To date, the communications network in the central region has been stable, while rescue efforts are underway to resume services in several northern localities like Lang Son, Thai Nguyen, and Cao Bang.

VNPT staff are working tirelessly to restore communications network in typhoon-hit localities. (Photo: VNA)
VNPT staff are working tirelessly to restore communications network in typhoon-hit localities. (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) - State-owned telecommunications giant Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) resumed some 80% of the network disruptions caused by recent typhoons and subsequent downpours and floods as of October 9.

According to the firm, its communications infrastructure across localities experienced severe damage. In the aftermath of Typhoon Bualoi (Typhoon No. 10), Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Ha Tinh, Quang Tri, Lao Cai, and Tuyen Quang saw nearly 1,000 radio base stations go offline, 800 fiber optic lines severely disrupted, and more than 280,000 fixed broadband subscribers lose connection at the storm’s peak.

Similarly, in Lang Son, Thai Nguyen, and Cao Bang provinces, the aftermath of Typhoon Matmo (Typhoon No. 11) disrupted about 300 radio stations, damaged 50 fiber lines, and affected or disconnected more than 70,000 fixed broadband subscribers.

Besides, multiple network devices including optical network terminals, access switches, splitters, and other technical accessories were either damaged or submerged.

The group deployed nearly 600 specialised personnel to the hardest-hit provinces for direct emergency response and network restoration efforts. Dozens of crane trucks, generators, over 700 kilometres of fiber optic cable, 3,500 kilometres of subscriber lines, and thousands of terminal devices and technical materials were mobilised from less-affected regions to provide support.

To date, the communications network in the central region has been stable, while rescue efforts are underway to resume services in several northern localities like Lang Son, Thai Nguyen, and Cao Bang.

Embodying the spirit of mutual compassion and solidarity, VNPT also launched a donation campaign on October 9 to support natural disaster-stricken residents, with total contributions expected to reach some 15 billion VND (over 569,000 USD). The fund will be transferred to the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee and the Ministry of Finance to offer assistance to the victims./.

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