Son la: Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long visited Son La to assess damage and recovery efforts following severe floods and landslides that struck the northern mountainous province. From July 21-27, storm No. 3-triggered circulation and a tropical convergence zone dumped heavy rain across northern Vietnam, sparking flash floods, landslides, and ground subsidence in Son La.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Deputy Prime Minister’s visit aimed to evaluate the extent of the damage and oversee the measures being implemented for recovery and relief. The floods and landslides have significantly impacted the infrastructure and livelihoods of the residents in the region. The local authorities, with the assistance of national agencies, are actively working to restore normalcy by clearing debris, repairing roads, and providing aid to affected families.

The visit also highlighted the importance of disaster preparedness and the need for improved infrastructure to withstand such natural calamities in the future. The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the necessity of swift action to support those affected and to prevent similar occurrences in the future by enhancing the region’s resilience against natural disasters.