HANOI, Sept 10 (Bernama-VNA) -- Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh issued a decision on Monday to allocate 100 billion dong (approximately US$ 4 million) from the 2024 central budget reserve to support five provinces affected by Typhoon Yagi, according to the Vietnam News Agency.
The provinces receiving aid include Nam Dinh (20 billion dong), Thai Binh (30 billion dong), Hai Duong (20 billion dong), Yen Bai (20 billion dong), and Hung Yen (10 billion dong).
Local authorities are tasked with using the funds efficiently and transparently, while ensuring full compliance with legal regulations.
On the same day, the Central Committee of the Vietnam Red Cross Society also provided emergency relief to 900 families severely affected by typhoon Yagi in Quang Ninh province and Hai Phong city. The aid, valued at over 720 million dong, includes cash and supplies.
Quang Ninh reported huge damage, including over 2,000 houses with roof damage, sunken ships, broken electric poles, and flooded rice fields. Similarly, Hai Phong saw big damage to homes, schools, and agricultural production areas, with two fatalities and 13 injuries.
Hanoi has also contributed 51 billion dong from its relief fund to help 11 provinces and cities recover from the storm. The funds will be used to repair damaged homes and provide agricultural supplies.
Key areas receiving aid include Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, and other northern provinces.
-- BERNAMA-VNA
