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Many roads in Que Phong district are blocked due to landslides.

Xuan Hoang September 24, 2024 09:31

On the night of September 23rd, numerous landslides continued to occur in Que Phong district, causing traffic congestion on National Highway 16 and National Highway 48.

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Landslide on National Highway 16, section passing through Chuoi Hill. Photo: Public Security Police.

In Que Phong district, heavy rains in recent days have caused landslides on many roads, disrupting traffic.

On the night of September 23rd, landslides continued to occur in many locations. In particular, on National Highway 16, the section passing through Chuoi Hill in Chau Kim commune saw large rocks slide onto the road surface, causing traffic congestion.

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Large rocks rolled down onto National Highway 16. Photo: CSCC

According to Mr. Nguyen Xuan Son, Head of the Que Phong Traffic Management Unit, a landslide occurred early this morning, September 24th, with a volume exceeding 100 cubic meters.3At kilometer 264+700, approximately 300 meters above the previously severe subsidence point, the unit mobilized equipment this morning to clear the debris and reopen the road at 8:00 AM.

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The Dog Hill section on National Highway 16 has been frequently affected by landslides recently. Photo: Xuan Hoang

In addition, several roads in Que Phong district were blocked due to landslides on the night of September 23rd. Ms. Vi Thi Duyen, Head of the Economic and Infrastructure Department of Que Phong district, said: At km 138+310 of National Highway 48, the section passing through Thong Thu commune continued to experience landslides with a considerable amount of soil and rocks, causing traffic congestion.

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A landslide occurred on National Highway 48, in the section passing through Thong Thu commune. Photo: CSCC

"Immediately after the landslide, the local authorities and relevant agencies put up warning signs and proceeded with remediation and clearing of the debris. By 8 am this morning, motorbikes were able to pass through the landslide areas," said Ms. Vi Thi Duyen.

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Authorities have banned vehicles from passing through the landslide area and mobilized machinery to clear the debris. Photo: Police Department

Previously, landslides frequently occurred at several points along Route 48, specifically the section passing through Thong Thu commune and the road from Chau Kim to the border commune of Nam Giai. Local authorities mobilized forces and coordinated with relevant agencies to quickly clear the roads.

In particular, landslides have occurred in several locations, affecting the lives of local people. Over the past two days, Que Phong district has relocated 26 households from dangerous areas.

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