PM urges ramping up efforts in response to flooding
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on September 11 asked ministries, agencies, and localities to work around the clock in response to emergencies in the context of complex flooding situation in northern cities and provinces following Typhoon Yagi.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh inspects the water level of Cau River in Van Tien commune, Viet Yen township, Bac Giang province. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on September 11 asked ministries, agencies, and localities to work around the clock in response to emergencies in the context of complex flooding situation in northern cities and provinces following Typhoon Yagi.
Speaking before a meeting of permanent cabinet members on law-building, the PM noted that post-typhoon floods and landslides had left 296 people dead and missing as of 3:00 pm on the day, and stressed that people’s health and life must be put first and foremost. The Government leader ordered the engagement of the entire political system, and the employment of all measures to cope with floods and landslides.
He asked the Ministry of National Defence, the Ministry of Public Security, agencies and the localities that are not affected by Yagi to support those hit by the typhoon, and join hands in dealing with its aftermaths.
The PM assigned Deputy PMs and some ministers to visit localities and instruct the work there. He stressed that by all means, necessities, especially food, fresh water, and medicines, must be delivered to the communities isolated by flooding.
Chinh also urged keeping a close watch on the situation at dykes and reservoirs and areas prone to landslides and flash floods, and speeding up the evacuation of residents in risky areas to safe grounds.
At the meeting (Photo: VNA)
He suggested loan incentives in support of people and household businesses in restoring production and business, and assist people in stabilising their lives, along with increasing the supply of production materials, and controlling the market.
Agencies and localities were requested to assess flood damage, cut administrative procedures, and quickly allocate reserves to residents.
Media 🎃agencies need to provide updates on the situation,🐎 as well as warnings and guidelines, the PM said, asking the Ministry of Planning and Investment to work on mechanisms to maximise resources from the State, businesses, and the entire society in this regard./.
Since last night through this morning (September 11, 2024), the Red River's water level in Hanoi has continued to rise, surpassing alert level 2 and threatening the safety of vulnerable dike sections in the capital.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged Bac Giang province's authorities to balance disaster recovery efforts with maintaining economic activity, especially in industrial zones, as the province is a key industrial hub in northern Vietnam.
In recent days, Typhoon Yagi has inflicted severe damage across several northern provinces, disrupting the economy, society, and daily life for local residents. Authorities are working closely with communities to swiftly address the storm’s aftermath.
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