(Baonghean.vn) - After the flood, people in the highlands of Nghe An had a hard time finding clean water because the water in the streams was murky and the pipes were washed away and severely damaged.
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After the flood, the streams in the highlands flow with rushing water, carrying rocks, soil, and wood waste from upstream, causing serious pollution. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Even in some places like Nhan Cu and Nhan Ly villages (Ta Ca commune - Ky Son), after flash floods, streams were buried by rocks and soil. Photo: Dao Tho |
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In many other areas, water pipes were washed away and severely damaged, forcing people to trek through forests and streams to repair them. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Mr. Vi Van Hang in Nhan Ly village (Ta Ca commune, Ky Son district) said that since the flash flood passed, each member of the family had to take turns to get each can of water from Nam Mo river to let the mud settle before using it for daily activities. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Young men in the new village can use motorbikes to travel dozens of kilometers to carry water back. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Many people are even "creative" by taking seepage water from mountain crevices. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Lacking clean water for daily use, people flock to the river to bathe and wash clothes even though the water source is heavily polluted. Photo: Dao Tho |
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