In response to the complicated developments of storm No. 11, the People's Committee of Cao Bang province issued document No. 4105/UBND-KT, requesting strict control of the operation of hydropower plants, especially the type of flowing water, to ensure safety downstream.
Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Le Hai Hoa directed to absolutely not release water freely in any situation; all operational activities must comply with the process, notify local authorities at least 2 hours in advance and arrange staff to be on duty at the discharge point to warn and support people to evacuate when needed.
Investors must take full responsibility if there are consequences due to improper operation or slow information. The Provincial People's Committee warned of the risk of flood resonate when many small hydropower projects release water in heavy rain conditions, which could cause the flow to rise rapidly, causing unusual flooding downstream.
To respond, the province assigned the Department of Industry and Trade to coordinate with the Department of Agriculture and Environment to review the flow facilities, request the investor to report the operating regime in the next 72 hours and provide a map of the area at risk of impact.
Localities must closely monitor water discharge, organize 24/7 duty and be ready to activate evacuation plans when needed. All units and investors must send an urgent report before 5:00 p.m. on October 5, updated as soon as there are changes.
The Provincial People's Committee emphasized the requirement to implement seriously, without delay, because any negligence at this time can cost the lives and property of the people.
