[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi

In response to the complex situation of storm Yagi, various ministries, departments, agencies, and operational forces from central to local levels have swiftly and proactively provided guidance and coordination with residents in coastal provinces and cities. This is to implement measures aimed at minimizing the damages caused by the storm and associated rainfall.
September 08, 2024 | 11:33
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Vietnamese Localities Intensify Emergency Response for Super Typhoon Yagi
[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi

On September 6, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh issued Official Dispatch No. 88/CD-TTg, directing ministries, sectors, and localities to prepare for storm No. 3 and subsequent floods. This marks the third dispatch sent to 25 northern provinces and 10 ministries and sectors, highlighting the importance of safeguarding the lives and property of the populace and the state during storm Yagi. The dispatch advises citizens to stay indoors during the storm and mandates that students be kept home to ensure their safety. Deputy Prime Ministers have been tasked with overseeing the implementation of these directives by the relevant ministries, sectors, and localities. The Government Office is responsible for updating the Prime Minister on urgent and emerging matters.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Hai Phong City Information Technology Center)

The National Committee for Incident and Disaster Response and Search and Rescue has reported that in response to storm No. 3, the army has deployed over 457,000 soldiers, militia, and reserve forces, along with more than 10,100 vehicles, which include over 400 specialized vehicles, and 6 aircraft.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
Photo: VnExpress

The force will primarily be stationed in areas anticipated to be severely impacted by the storm, such as Quang Ninh, Hai Phong, Thai Binh, and other coastal provinces.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Tien Phong Newspaper)

Since the afternoon of September 5th, on Tran Island in Quang Ninh, border guards have been disseminating information and assisting fishermen with securing their cages, rafts, and other property in preparation for the storm's arrival.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Tien Phong Newspaper)

Border guards also reinforced roofs for islanders.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Tien Phong Newspaper)

In the Co To Island district of Quang Ninh, authorities are helping residents prepare for the third storm.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Tien Phong Newspaper)

Authorities on the islands in Quang Ninh have also carefully prepared accommodation and food, ready to receive and care for people who need to evacuate and take shelter when necessary.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi

Authorities on the islands of Quang Ninh have meticulously prepared accommodations and food, ensuring readiness to receive and care for individuals requiring evacuation and shelter when necessary.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: PLO)

The Thai Binh Provincial Border Guard Command reports that all 995 vessels carrying 2,950 workers have been securely moored at ports within and beyond the province. Concurrently, approximately 2,900 workers from clam huts and coastal aquaculture ponds have been moved to secure shelters.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: PLO)

Border guards at Tan Son fishing port (Diem Dien town, Thai Thuy district, Thai Binh) called on and instructed fishermen to anchor their boats to cope with storm Yagi.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Tien Phong Newspaper)

Furthermore, 18,639 individuals residing in fragile homes within hazardous zones were timely evacuated, guaranteeing that no one remained in the perilous area.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Suc khoe & Doi song Newspaper)

In Hai Phong, the Chairman of the City People's Committee has ordered the evacuation of 5,400 households from old apartment buildings and unsafe houses to secure locations in anticipation of storm No. 3.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Suc khoe & Doi song Newspaper)

Forces from Military Region 3 and Do Son District authorities in Hai Phong are taking measures to prevent the impact of storm No. 3 in vulnerable areas.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Tien Phong Newspaper)

Officers and soldiers from the Bach Long Vi Border Post, part of the Hai Phong City Border Guard, are assisting residents in moving their possessions to a secure location to evade the storm.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Lao Dong Newspaper)

In the center of Hai Phong City last morning, authorities trimmed old trees that were at risk of falling due to rain and storms to minimize the impact of the storm.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Tien Phong Newspaper)

Border guards in several coastal provinces and cities, including Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh, and Nghe An, urgently implemented various measures to protect the safety of people and property in anticipation of the landfall of storm No. 3.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: Thanh Nien Newspaper)

In Giang village (Ha Tinh), border guards are assisting the Chut ethnic community with rice harvesting to prevent losses due to storm Yagi.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi
(Photo: To Quoc Newspaper)

Anticipating the complex development of storm No. 3, numerous officers and staff at the National Hydrometeorological Forecasting Department worked through the night, monitoring and analyzing data to provide timely forecasts.

[Photo] Vietnam unites to respond to storm Yagi

Amidst the ferocious storm, tales of human kindness and mutual assistance emerged as heartwarming highlights. Photograph: On September 7 in Quang Ninh, traffic police swiftly rescued an individual struck by a falling tree.

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