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In the current flood situation, the application of science and technology to build specific warning simulations is an issue of concern in improving natural disaster forecasting capacity. Dr. Cao Duc Phat, former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chairman of the Management Board of the Community Fund for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control spoke at the forum - Photo: VGP/Do HuongOn November 25, Agriculture and Environment Newspaper coordinated with the Department of Dyke Management and Natural Disaster Prevention and Control (Ministry of Agriculture and Environment), the Community Fund for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control (QPT) and the Bac Ninh Department of Agriculture and Environment to organize the Forum Application of science and technology in forecasting and prevention early warning of natural disasters. Technology must reach the people. Dr. Cao Duc Phat, former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chairman of the QPT Management Council, said that Vietnam has continuously suffered from many types of extreme natural disasters, with many indicators exceeding history. In responding to natural disasters, prevention plays a key role, first of all the capacity for monitoring, forecasting and early warning. At the same time, he assessed that in recent years, Vietnam has made progress in storm monitoring and forecasting thanks to investment from the State, businesses and international organizations. Digital technology, big data and artificial intelligence are opening up breakthrough opportunities in natural disaster monitoring; Localities need to soon build risk simulations for each region to be proactive in the face of climate change. Mr. Bui Quang Huy, Deputy Director of the Center for Policy and Techniques for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control, said that natural disasters are becoming more extreme and uncertain, requiring more proactive thinking. Mr. Huy pointed out that many places still confuse IT application and digital transformation: If there is only technology and people do not change their thinking, the system will still operate ineffectively. Early warning must ensure that people receive - understand - know how to do - can do it. The Center is piloting a provincial-level natural disaster monitoring system in Ha Tinh, connecting data from the central to communes; Provides an interface for people to monitor weather, receive warnings, and respond. At the same time, the system supports local leaders in tracking population evacuations on digital maps. Software to support the development of evacuation plans has been included in the drill, helping to adjust the scenario according to actual developments. All technology ultimately aims to ensure the safety of life and property, Mr. Huy emphasized. QPT continues to be an effective socialization model by supporting the construction of a series of community storm and flood shelters (each building holds about 200 people), sponsoring swimming lessons for tens of thousands of children, investing 161 billion VND to upgrade 25 clean water supply systems to combat drought and saltwater intrusion, and installing hundreds of natural disaster warning stations. Dr. Ha Thuy Hanh, Deputy Director of the Fund, said that in the coming time, QPT will focus on building a real-time monitoring and management system, expanding evacuation drills, planting mangrove forests and increasing response capacity for grassroots forces. Mr. Nguyen Ton Quan, Department of Dyke Management and Natural Disaster Prevention and Control shares information - Photo: VGP/Do Huong From data to action: Lesson 3 right - 3 early - 3 levels Mr. Dang Cong Huong, Deputy Director of Bac Ninh Department of Agriculture and Environment, said recent dyke and flooding incidents show that the traditional response model is outdated. Bac Ninh will coordinate with research institutes and businesses to deploy simulation, forecasting - warning across reservoirs and drainage systems, aiming for a close connection between the government, scientists, businesses and the community. Representative of technology enterprises, Mr. Le Viet Xe, Deputy Director of WATEC, introduced the VFASS automatic flood monitoring system being applied in many localities. The system uses radar sensors to measure flood depth, transmits data via 3G/4G, operates on solar energy and automatically warns when the water level exceeds the threshold. Data is processed in the cloud and shared via API. There are currently about 140 flood warning towers and more than 70 warning stations installed in the country; Some equipment has been exported to the Philippines. WATEC also develops a closed-loop flash flood - landslide warning system, capable of flexible IoT expansion and full life-cycle warranty. Prof. Dr. Do Duc Minh (Hanoi National University) presented research on landslide forecasting and a safe residential area model in Mu Cang Chai. The team built a risk zoning map using the Random Forest model, identified high landslide points and proposed a safe residential area model based on three principles: compliance with planning, proactive prevention and damage mitigation. The Vietnam Landslides application helps people monitor rain maps, risks and hourly warnings; Many rain gauges and sirens have been installed in dangerous areas. Professor Minh emphasized the motto 3 early - 3 right - 3 levels as the foundation to help the community proactively respond. Mr. Nguyen Ton Quan, Department of Dyke Management and Natural Disaster Prevention and Control, warned that natural disasters will become more serious in 2025, suggesting urgent risk zoning to each village, adjusting reservoir operating procedures, expanding monitoring networks and strengthening communication to raise public awareness.Do HuongSee moreSee moreSee moreSee more
