natural disasters

Key strategies for post-disaster recovery highlighted in Yên Bái workshop

Reflecting on lessons from Tropical Storm No. 3 (Typhoon Yagi), Hải pointed out that when a severe storm is forecast, it is necessary to review preparedness, especially in mountainous and border provinces where transportation disruptions can complicate communication and disaster recovery efforts.

Society – Economy

Preparing for natural disasters
In the first half of this year, over 450 people have lost their lives or are missing due to natural disasters. The economic losses account for VND877 billion (US$35.7 million). Plans are implace to improve early warning systems and strengthen areas under threat.
Reforestation, early zoning of landslide risk areas to adapt to natural disasters
To mitigate and adapt to natural disasters such as storms and floods, it is crucial for localities to restore forest ecosystems and identify landslide-prone areas to give early warnings and take preventive action.

Hà Nội prepares for natural disasters amid unpredictable weather
They are also to ensure disaster preparedness and relief efforts are thoroughly monitored and that budget allocations are in place for rapid response and recovery.
PM urges proactive moves in response to heavy losses in natural disasters
Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính issued an official dispatch on Sunday, demanding proactive moves to prevent, control, and address natural disaster consequences in the future.
Early action approach protects more children and communities during natural disasters
In 2023, over 1,100 natural disasters hit Việt Nam, leaving 166 people dead and missing, causing estimated damages of over US$338 million. Natural disasters have caused serious consequences, disrupting people’s lives and slowing down economic development of many communities.

natural disasters

Key strategies for post-disaster recovery highlighted in Yên Bái workshop

Preparing for natural disasters

Reforestation, early zoning of landslide risk areas to adapt to natural disasters

Hà Nội prepares for natural disasters amid unpredictable weather

PM urges proactive moves in response to heavy losses in natural disasters

Early action approach protects more children and communities during natural disasters