Military forces help people to overcome flood aftermaths in Nghe An. Photo: Sy Duc/VOV5

Major traffic routes in the province are cut off. The main artery connecting the western communes is severely eroded, traffic is paralyzed, and rescue forces cannot access the region by road. The Ministry of National Defense mobilized six helicopter flights to carry 18 tons of supplies, food, medicine, and drinking water to the isolated communes. Colonel Nguyen Cong Luc is Commander of the provincial Border Guard Command.

“The water has receded now. We’re working closely with local authorities and residents to stabilize daily life, conduct clean-up efforts, and coordinate with the commune’s health center to disinfect and decontaminate the flooded areas,” said Luc.

Deputy Prime Minister Mai Van Chinh encourages locals affected by floods. Photo: VGP/Giang Thanh

Deputy Prime Minister Mai Van Chinh on Thursday inspected and directed the response and recovery work in Nghe An. He requested that people first ensure their own safety, then take advantage of the receding water to clean up and prevent disease outbreaks. The Deputy PM also directed authorities to organize the supply of food and necessities to isolated communes and villages, and not allow anyone to go hungry.

The Vietnam Red Cross Society has decided to provide emergency aid worth 25,000 USD to flood victims and will send a working team to deliver supplies to severely affected households.

Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee Bui Thi Minh Hoai on Thursday extended her sympathy to the authorities of Nghe An and announced that 190,000 USD in relief aid will be sent to the provincial Relief Fund to help people stabilize their lives.