Tuyen Quang Braces for Severe Weather as Typhoon Matmo Approaches
Tuyen Quang province braces for severe weather, with heavy rain and gale force winds from Typhoon Matmo causing widespread concern. Many areas are nearing saturation, and the disaster risk level has been raised to Level 3 for flash floods, landslides, and land subsidence. The province is under very high risk, with all 124 communes and wards affected.
Since Tuesday, the province has experienced heavy to very heavy rain, with rainfall ranging between 50 and 100mm. In the next six hours, rainfall is expected to reach 50-80mm across most localities, with some areas likely to exceed 120mm. Authorities are taking swift action to ensure safety. Hau A Lenh, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, has mobilized forces around the clock to protect residents.
Residents are advised to stay vigilant and avoid crossing spillways or suspension bridges during heavy rain and flooding. Authorities are urged to inspect prone areas, identify vulnerable slopes and stream blockages, and implement preventive measures to mitigate potential human casualties, environmental damage, traffic disruptions, and infrastructure destruction.
Tuyen Quang faces a critical situation due to Typhoon Matmo. With many areas nearly saturated and the disaster risk level at its highest, prompt action is crucial. Authorities and residents must work together to minimize the impact of flash floods, landslides, and land subsidence, ensuring the safety of all.
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