According to forecasts, a strong cold air mass is expected to affect Northern Viet Nam on November 8 and 9, bringing colder weather, particularly to mountainous areas, where temperatures could drop below 13 degrees Celsius.
From the night of November 8 to November 12, winds in the Gulf of Tonkin and the waters from Southern Quang Tri to Quang Ngai are forecast to gradually strengthen to force 6, reaching force 7 in some areas, with gusts of force 8-9. The Northern part of the East Sea (aka South China Sea) is expected to experience strong northeasterly winds of force 6-7, gusting to force 8-9.
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Troops of Division 377 under the Air Defense - Air Force Service evacuate residents from a disaster-affected area in Khanh Hoa province to safety. |
From November 9 to 12, widespread heavy rainfall is forecast in the region from Thanh Hoa to Hue, Da Nang, and Eastern areas of provinces from Quang Ngai to Dak Lak.
The Department of Search and Rescue requested agencies and units to closely monitor weather developments, warnings and natural disaster forecasts.
They were instructed to maintain strict duty schedules and ensure round-the-clock operation of the 112 emergency hotline, while proactively reviewing disaster response plans and preparing to handle emergencies promptly and effectively.
Personnel and equipment must be kept ready for search and rescue operations whenever required, with the safety of all participating forces and equipment ensured throughout their missions.
Military Regions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7 were directed to instruct provincial and municipal Military Commands and subordinate units to coordinate with local departments and agencies in reviewing and identifying disaster-prone areas.
They must proactively evacuate households from areas at high risk of landslides, flash floods and severe flooding to safer locations.
The units were also asked to prepare personnel and equipment to assist local authorities and residents in disaster response, recovery and search and rescue operations, while ensuring reliable communications for the direction, command and coordination of these efforts.
The Viet Nam Border Guard Command was tasked with directing provincial and municipal Border Guard Commands in coastal localities from Quang Ninh to Lam Dong to coordinate with local authorities and relevant agencies in notifying captains, vessel owners and crews operating at sea of weather developments.
This will enable them to take timely preventive measures and ensure the safety of people, vessels and property.
Military services, army corps, the Viet Nam Coast Guard, the Artillery-Missile Command, and other military branches and formations were instructed to direct their subordinate units to review and inspect disaster response plans and ensure the safety of barracks and warehouses. They must also remain ready to mobilize personnel and equipment to help local residents overcome the consequences of natural disasters whenever required.
Translated by Minh Anh