In An Giang, significant erosion incidents continue to impact the local community and environment. In 2025, there were 106 reported cases of erosion, resulting in damages estimated at 12 billion VND.
An Giang Erosion: Impact and Response
The erosion affected over 5 kilometers of riverbanks, canals, and ditches, forcing 72 households to evacuate. Of these, nine homes were completely destroyed, while an additional thirteen suffered partial collapses into the waterways.
Major Erosion Events
One notable incident occurred on September 4 at 1 AM. This event took place along a road from the Út Na sluice to the Đầu Cồn market. The erosion stretched 100 meters long and plunged 25 meters into the riverbank. It resulted in the total collapse of two houses into the river.
Government Initiatives
The Department of Agriculture and Environment in An Giang, led by Deputy Director Võ Văn Lên, is actively addressing these erosion challenges. They are advising the provincial government to seek funding for protective infrastructure.
- The department has identified key areas needing urgent intervention.
- They proposed a plan to treat 20 major erosion sites.
- These sites will be prioritized and cover a total length of 27,332 meters.
The overall financial requirement to address these erosion issues is approximately 4.485 trillion VND. The department aims to leverage both state and provincial resources for upcoming projects aimed at mitigating these dangerous erosion threats.
