After consecutive floods, many parts of Hue were covered in mud, debris, and waste, leaving the environment severely polluted. Under the direction of the Military Region 4 Command, hundreds of troops from Division 968 were deployed to help local people respond to and recover from the disaster. Despite working long hours in difficult conditions, every morning at 6 a.m., soldiers assembled in full gear and marched to assigned areas to continue clean-up operations.
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Troops of Division 968 collect waste in An Cuu ward, Hue City. |
Staff Sergeant Pham Vu Long, head of a squad of Regiment 19, Division 968, shared that after days immersed in muddy water, his hands and feet became cracked and sore, making every movement painful. Nearly 20% of the division’s personnel have experienced skin allergies and swelling. The unit’s medical team has provided disinfectant soaks, ointments, and protective gear such as boots and gloves to safeguard their health.
From October 31 to November 5, Infantry Regiment 6 mobilized nearly 1,200 officers and soldiers to help localities deal with flood damage. They collected about 220 tons of waste, 105 cubic meters of mud, cleaned more than 15 kilometers of roads, and cleared 45,000 square meters of schoolyards, clinics, and local markets. Lieutenant Colonel Ta Van Tu, the unit’s Political Commissar, said all troops were equipped with protective gear, but some still developed skin irritations after days of contact with polluted water. Medical teams were instructed to treat affected personnel promptly to keep them fit for duty.
As the floods receded, the 13th storm is approaching. Implementing directives from the Military Region 4 Command and the Hue Municipal People’s Committee, the Hue Municipal Military Command mobilized nearly 6,000 troops and militia members, along with various vehicles and equipment, to strengthen preparedness for storm response and rescue operations.
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Medical personnel from the Hue Municipal Military Command disinfect Thuy Duong Kindergarten in Thanh Thuy ward. |
Senior Colonel Le Huy Nghia, Second-in-Command and Chief of Staff of the Hue Municipal Military Command, said the typhoon response plan was activated four days in advance. Units were assigned to vulnerable and easily isolated areas, closely coordinating with local authorities to minimize damage and ensure timely response.
On November 6, the Border Guard Command under the Hue Municipal Military Command deployed 262 officers and soldiers with 14 vehicles to assist in flood recovery while guiding fishermen in securing their boats at storm shelters. The unit has also maintained 400 personnel and 30 vehicles on standby for immediate rescue missions when needed.
Translated by Tran Hoai