Phu Tho trains in dike incident handling

Attending the training were leaders and technical staff of departments and units under the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of the province; Phu Tho State-owned Irrigation Works Exploitation Company; and the Steering Committee for Disaster Prevention and Search and Rescue of districts, cities and towns.

At the Conference, delegates were informed about the current status of dikes and dams before the flood season, assessed weather trends and the possibility of storms and floods in 2023; guided on technical measures to handle incidents of dikes and dams during the flood season and some disaster prevention measures; introduced and disseminated a number of legal documents related to the fields of disaster prevention, dikes and irrigation.

At the same time, delegates also discussed and exchanged experiences on disaster prevention, response and overcoming consequences in localities; difficulties and obstacles in implementing tasks; coordination between levels, sectors and localities in disaster prevention and control work...

Through the training conference, it helps the staff working on dikes, irrigation, and flood control in the province update new regulations on flood control; master skills and methods of dike protection, and handle natural disasters, thereby advising all levels and sectors in directing, operating, and organizing effective implementation of flood control work when natural disasters and storms occur.

Phu Tho is a midland and mountainous province with a unique geographical location of hills and mountains, the terrain is divided by many rivers and streams... Phu Tho is often affected by heavy and frequent rains, causing flash floods, landslides, and localized flooding in many places.

Previously, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of Phu Tho province inspected and urged sectors and localities to regularly inspect and review key areas of potential natural disasters, develop disaster response plans to ensure the safety of property and lives of people and the State, and promptly handle possible natural disasters.

At the same time, the Provincial Steering Committee for Disaster Prevention and Control has directed districts, cities and towns to improve their capacity to handle situations, incidents, command, operate and strengthen the responsibility of all levels and sectors when natural disasters occur. Implement the motto "four on-site" and the principles of prevention, proactiveness, timely response, urgent and effective recovery.

Strengthen information, propaganda, warnings, and guidance on measures to prevent, avoid, and respond to natural disasters in a timely manner to the community. Raise community awareness and manage natural disaster risks based on the community to promote self-awareness and proactive prevention of natural disasters among all people in the province...

The disaster prevention and control shock force of Cao Xa commune, Lam Thao district participated in overcoming the landslide incident of Lam Hac dike.

In addition, the Phu Tho State-owned One Member Limited Liability Company for Irrigation Works has directed units to proactively operate to ensure the safety of reservoirs during floods. The unit has developed plans and operating procedures for large reservoirs and key projects, and at the same time, coordinated with localities to review and assess the safety of dams and reservoirs in the area; inspected, maintained, and repaired dams, pumping stations, and dredged drainage channels to ensure safe operation during the flood season; arranged forces on duty to promptly handle situations when they arise.

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