On November 2, information from the Hue City Civil Defense Command said that it had just issued an official dispatch requesting to rectify the activity of posting information about the natural disaster situation on social networks and some media.
According to the document, in recent days, Hue City has experienced a period of heavy rain and floods that caused heavy damage to people and property. Many press agencies and social networks have promptly reported on flood developments and relief work, making an important contribution to natural disaster prevention.
However, the authorities discovered that some social networking sites posted false images and content, exaggerating the impact of floods, causing public confusion and affecting direction and management.
The Hue City Civil Defense Command recommends that press agencies and social networks when reporting information should citate official sources from the hydrometeorological agency and the City Civil Defense Command; Absolutely do not post or share fake news, edited news, or incomplete information.
The unit also requested the Department of Culture and Sports and the Department of Science and Technology to coordinate with Hue City Police to strengthen supervision and strictly handle cases of posting false information about natural disasters in the area.
According to statistics, the recent flood in Hue City has killed 14 people and injured 1 person. After the water receded, thousands of people from forces and people took action to collect garbage, clean the streets, clear sewers, reinforce trees, and quickly stabilize urban life.
