The Ministry of Emergency Management has activated a Level IV emergency response for geological disasters in Guizhou
A Level IV geological disaster response has been activated in Guizhou, and the risk of heavy rainfall is intensifying in Chongqing and Guizhou Keep a close eye on construction sites and scenic areas in mountainous regions, issue timely warnings and evacuations, and safeguard the safety line during the National Day holiday
According to the forecast by the meteorological department, from September 30 to October 3, parts of Chongqing, Guizhou, and other areas will experience heavy to torrential rain, with extremely heavy rain in some localities. After consultation and assessment, the risk of geological disasters is relatively high in northern Chongqing and eastern Guizhou. Therefore, on September 30, the Ministry of Emergency Management initiated a Level IV national geological disaster emergency response for Guizhou.
The Ministry of Emergency Management requires relevant areas to strengthen monitoring and assessment of heavy rainfall and geological disaster risks, keep a close watch on key areas such as mountain valley mouths, steep slopes near cliffs, construction sites, and tourist attractions, promptly issue warnings, and decisively evacuate threatened residents, ensuring that all who should be evacuated are evacuated and that evacuations are carried out as early as possible.
At the same time, relevant departments should make advance preparations for rescue and disaster relief forces and supplies, strengthen guidance to grassroots levels, and coordinate prevention and response efforts during the National Day holiday. The Ministry of Emergency Management stated that the current Level IV national geological disaster emergency response for Chongqing and Shaanxi remains unchanged.