In Tin Tốc hamlet (Mường Pồn commune), flash floods used to threaten rice fields and houses every rainy season. Earlier this year, residents welcomed news that the local government would build a stone gabion embankment along the stream to reduce erosion and landslide risks. Although the project affects part of the farmland of several households, villagers agreed to voluntarily donate land for construction.

“The embankment protects over 10 households from the dangers of floods. Even though my family also gave up some land, no one demanded compensation. We all understand that this project safeguards lives and property,” said Lò Thị Lún, Party cell secretary of Tin Tốc.

In Nghịu hamlet (Mường Phăng commune), swollen streams often damaged rice paddies. To address this, the Project Management Board No.1 is expediting construction of twin embankments stretching over 3km on both sides of the stream, reinforced with concrete and drainage pipes. “This is an urgent and meaningful project, so we are pushing contractors to mobilize manpower and equipment, taking advantage of good weather to accelerate progress,” said Ngô Cương Quyết, Acting Director of the board.

In Mường Tùng commune, a 272m-long, 4m-high gabion embankment is under construction to protect 12 hectares of rice and 2 hectares of fish ponds. Local resident Lò Văn Hùng shared: “The old embankment collapsed years ago. This new one will finally let us farm without fearing that floods will wash away our crops.”

Điện Biên has faced repeated heavy rains, flash floods, and landslides in recent years, causing significant damage. The province’s investments in embankments not only provide immediate disaster prevention but also ensure long-term socio-economic stability. These structures have become true “protective shields,” safeguarding lives and farmland while helping communities move toward a safer and more sustainable future.