Urgent telegram of Nghe An Provincial Party Committee on flood response

The content of the telegram clearly stated that, according to the bulletin of the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, from today (October 18) to October 21, 2020, there will be heavy to very heavy rain in the province, with rainfall ranging from 100 - 200mm, and in some places over 300mm. There may be a risk of flooding in low-lying areas and a risk of flash floods, landslides in mountainous areas.

Urgent dispatch of Nghe An Provincial Party Committee on flood response. Photo: PV

The Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee requests:Party committees and organizations urgently lead and direct the political system and forces to synchronously deploy measures to prevent, avoid and overcome flood consequences.

Heavy rain flooded many streets in Vinh city on October 16, 2020. Photo courtesy of Quang An

Propaganda and mobilize people to raise vigilance and have plans to prevent and avoid natural disasters. Resolutely direct the evacuation of people and property in areas at risk of flash floods, landslides, and minimize damage when situations occur.

Deploy warning measures at flooded traffic points, arrange forces on duty, and resolutely not allow people and vehicles to pass through dangerous locations.

Heads of local Party committees and authorities directly direct and are responsible for the work of preventing, avoiding and overcoming the consequences of natural disasters and floods in their respective areas.

The Provincial Radio and Television Station and Nghe An Newspaper regularly update and increase the amount of information on weather conditions and natural disaster forecasts so that people can know and take precautions./.