The situation of landslides is becoming more and more serious.
About four years ago, prolonged heavy rains caused severe landslides on Le Hong Phong road in Ia Ly town. The landslide situation has been worsening with each heavy rainfall, and it has now eroded almost 2 meters into the road, creating a deep gorge that has washed away the crops and plants of the local residents.
Mr. Le Van Yen, a local resident, is worried about the safety of his house as the landslide is approaching closer. About a year ago, the foundation of his kitchen collapsed, and earlier this year, the main house’s foundation was also affected by the landslide.
“I can’t sleep peacefully during heavy rains, fearing that the landslide will damage my house. We have petitioned multiple times, but nothing has been done yet,” Mr. Yen shared.
Mr. Ro Cham Van, Chairman of Ia Ly People’s Committee, stated that Le Hong Phong road is a vital transportation route leading to the OPY 500kV Station and the production area of hundreds of households. He added that the road is under the management of the power company, and the district has repeatedly requested urgent repairs.
According to Mr. Van, the Vietnam Electricity Corporation has inspected the site and plans to build a retaining wall with an estimated cost of 30 billion VND. However, due to the significant cost, the project has not been implemented yet.
As a temporary measure, the Ia Ly People’s Committee and Ia Ly Hydropower Company have erected barriers and warning signs at the landslide site to ensure safety. They have also cleared the drainage ditches on both sides of the road to minimize further erosion.
According to a report by the Ia Ly Hydropower Company, the Vietnam Electricity Corporation has dispatched experts to assess the situation. However, due to the extensive scope of the landslide and complex geological conditions, more time is needed to devise a solution.
The deep gorge causes concern among residents and students passing by.
Ia Ly town temporarily erected stone embankments and ropes to prevent people from falling into the gorge.
Houses near the landslide site have developed cracks.
The repair work is challenging as a large amount of soil is required to fill the eroded area.
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