Vietnam continues its active participation in rescue and humanitarian aid efforts in Myanmar following the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake on March 28th. Vietnamese rescue teams have been deployed, carrying out various crucial operations, from searching for trapped individuals to providing medical assistance and essential supplies to the affected population.
Rescuing Trapped Victims
Reports indicate that on April 2nd, a Vietnamese Army rescue team at Ottara Thiri Hospital received information about a victim trapped in the rubble of the Aye Chan Thar Hotel, approximately 20km from the hospital. Immediately, Vietnamese engineering teams, working alongside Turkish and Myanmar rescue personnel, initiated the rescue operation. The victim, Mr. Thep Maung Maung, the hotel’s cook, was successfully rescued after five days trapped. He remains conscious and only needs water and food.
Search and Rescue Operations Across Affected Areas
Simultaneously, Vietnamese rescue teams actively search for other victims at the private Ottara Thiri hospital, where an estimated 14-20 individuals are potentially trapped.
Humanitarian Assistance: Tents and Medical Care
The rescue efforts extend beyond search and rescue to providing stability to the affected Myanmar population. The Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security has deployed personnel to set up tents for displaced people in makeshift camps, where tens of thousands are living in extremely harsh conditions.
Vietnamese medical teams are also providing medical check-ups and distributing medicine to the injured. These humanitarian actions are deeply appreciated by the Myanmar people.
Conclusion
The earthquake in Myanmar has caused significant devastation. Vietnam, demonstrating its humanitarian spirit and international responsibility, is actively supporting the Myanmar people in overcoming these challenges. International solidarity and assistance are crucial during this difficult time.
