Such a beautiful image, contrasting the devastation caused by the storm is the optimism, endurance and vitality of people.
The young teacher in Yen Bai named Hoang Minh Diep - in a very calm, strong, confident pose when facing difficulties and hardships. Perhaps that is why the photo is so attractive.
Like many other teachers, Hoang Minh Diep went to school to clean up after storm number 3. It was a normal job, a responsibility to the school, and a love for the students. Teachers do their jobs, not to be praised or known by many people.
But the photo of teacher Hoang Minh Diep suddenly became famous, she herself was surprised by that. But she spoke very clearly about the work: "It was September 12, that day the water gradually receded, there was a lot of mud. After cleaning up the house, I and some teachers and people immediately moved to the school to start cleaning. When we got to the school, everything looked so heartbreaking. The floodwaters left behind a truly desolate scene. Most of the children's desks, books, equipment, and toys were broken."
Teachers in remote and mountainous areas endure many hardships and disadvantages. When natural disasters occur, the hardships are multiplied, not to mention the many dangers they face. The photo of optimistic teacher Hoang Minh Diep amidst the devastation speaks volumes, awakening not only compassion but also responsibility.
Among the six urgent tasks and solutions to overcome the consequences of Typhoon Yagi proposed by the Prime Minister at the conference held on September 15, there is the task of "immediately repairing medical and educational facilities so that children can go to school and sick people can receive treatment".
Vu Thu Huong, principal of Minh Chuan Primary and Secondary School, said that the flood had blown off the roof, swept away desks and chairs, and completely damaged the electrical and water systems. Not only this school, but many other schools are in the same situation. Teachers do their jobs, but the government must invest in repairs and construction to make schools into schools.
But to limit flash floods and landslides that cause great damage to people and property, it is not only necessary to build solid houses, schools, and medical facilities, but also to prevent natural disasters in a sustainable way.
We must immediately stop all deforestation, plant trees, protect forests, patch up bare hills, and bandage the wounds of nature caused by humans.
We love the image of optimistic teacher Hoang Minh Diep in the middle of a ruined school, but no one wants more images like that in the future.
