TEHRAN – Following fatal floods and landslides across Vietnam, the head of Iran’s Red Crescent Association (IRCS) has announced that it is ready to provide the necessary humanitarian assistance.
Heavy rain has affected Vietnam since July 26th, causing floods and landslides that have caused casualties and damage.
“The Red Crescent Association of Islamic Republic of Iran will expand its greetings to honor you, your colleagues, and dedicated volunteers from the Vietnam Red Cross.”
“In deep sadness, we learned about the widespread flooding and landslides in Northwest Vietnam, a tragic disaster that led to the loss of life, the disappearance of people and the damage to the country’s infrastructure.
On behalf of the Red Crescent Association of the Islamic Republic of Iran, we offer you sincerely saddened dol and solidarity to you, the Vietnam Red Cross, especially the families affected by this tragic event.
In these challenging times, we are ready to stand with you and provide the humanitarian assistance you need whenever you need it.
We sincerely hope that you and your colleagues will continue to be strong, healthy and successful in your noble humanitarian efforts. ”
At least 14 people have been killed or gone missing in Dien Bien province, northern Vietnam, due to floods caused by heavy rain, provincial media reported on August 1.
The floodwaters quickly rose on the night of July 31 after torrential rains had been poured in hours, flooding the houses in low-lying areas and causing flash floods and landslides in the mountains of the province, reported the Tien Feng newspaper.
The mountain village of Xa Dung suffered the heaviest casualties, with one and six missing, the report said.
According to a statement from the state People’s Committee, traffic and transmission to several parts of the state are being blocked due to floods.
Two children from Hang Poo Xi village have been buried in a landslide and rescuers have yet to find their bodies, the statement said.
Media reports said ongoing heavy rains in the state prevented searching for missing people.
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