Dozens of landslides occurred after heavy rains in Ky Son district.
Quang An - Xuan Hoang•October 2, 2024 16:50
Heavy rains have caused dozens of landslides in Ky Son district, affecting traffic and the safety of residents.
Clip: Xuan Hoang - Quang AnFollowing heavy and prolonged rainfall on the night of September 30th, numerous landslides of varying sizes appeared on National Highway 7 in Ky Son district, posing a danger to road users. The photo shows a landslide at Km186+100 on National Highway 7 in Chieu Luu commune, Ky Son district, after the rain on the night of September 30th. Photo: Quang AnHere, rocks and soil spilled onto the road for a length of about 100m, a width of about 15m, and a height of about 5m, causing a traffic jam on October 1st. Authorities had to put up warning tape to alert vehicles passing through the area. Photo: Quang AnAuthorities deployed bulldozers to clear debris and ensure traffic flow on this vital route. By October 2nd, vehicles were able to temporarily pass through the area. Photo: Xuan HoangThe landslide in Chieu Luu commune is massive and poses a risk of further damage with heavy rain. Photo: Xuan HoangNevertheless, it is estimated that thousands of cubic meters of soil here are still weak and vulnerable, posing a risk of further landslides at any time, especially given the expected rain in the coming days. Photo: Xuan HoangOn National Highway 7, the section passing through Khe Nằn village, Chiêu Lưu commune, also experienced a landslide more than 100 meters long. Photo: Quang AnThe layer of soil dumped onto National Highway 7 in Luu Kien commune, Ky Son district, covers almost the entire road surface. Photo: Quang AnThe road from Xieng Thu village to Bao Thang is severely damaged by landslides, making it impassable for vehicles. Photo: Quang AnAccording to warnings from the Ky Son district authorities, landslide areas are showing signs of further erosion if the rain continues and the river flows strongly. Therefore, local authorities need to monitor the weather situation and issue timely warnings to people passing through vulnerable areas. Photo: Xuan Hoang
The heavy rain on the night of September 30th caused dozens of landslides in Ky Son district. Among them were several major sites, including:National Highway QL7 at Km186+100 in Chieu Luu commune;Concrete road connecting from National Highway 7 (Km188+600) to Huoi Tho village, Huu Kiem commune;Xieng Thu - Bao Thang route;The concrete road connects from National Highway 7 to Hong Tien village, Chieu Luu commune; TThe inter-village road Na Loi - Piêng Lau - Huồi Xàn was damaged by landslides, affecting one bridge at Huồi Khạp stream.
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