UNICEF provides drinking water and water purification tablets to flood-affected areas

In response to the damage caused by Typhoon Wipha, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) is actively coordinating with relevant authorities in Vietnam to implement emergency support, prioritizing essential clean water and sanitation needs for people in affected areas.

Through the Vietnam Dyke and Disaster Management Authority, UNICEF has launched relief efforts in Nghe An and Son La provinces. On July 30, UNICEF quickly distributed 250 cartons of 1.5-liter bottled water (12 bottles/carton) and 215 cartons of 0.5-liter bottled water (24 bottles/carton) to residents in Nghe An. Additionally, 17,500 Aquatabs for water purification are being distributed in the locality. Similar aid is being rolled out in Son La and is expected to be completed within the next few days.

In parallel, UNICEF is collaborating with the National Center for Rural Water Supply and Sanitation (NCERWASS) to distribute 155,000 Aquatabs, 500 water tanks, 500 cartons of bottled water, and 500 hygiene kits. This shipment arrived in Son La on the afternoon of July 31.

These timely and practical contributions from UNICEF not only address the urgent needs of people in the typhoon-affected regions but also demonstrate the organization's commitment to supporting Vietnam in strengthening its disaster response capacity. Amidst increasingly complex climate change, the joint efforts of international organizations and the community will play a crucial role in protecting public health and maintaining minimal living conditions for vulnerable populations.

UNICEF was the first international organization to begin operations in Vietnam immediately after the country’s reunification. Since 1975, UNICEF Viet Nam has worked closely with the Government to promote children’s rights and improve healthcare, education, nutrition, and child protection services nationwide.

Its partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment focuses on five priority areas: integrating child-centered approaches into policy; enhancing early warning systems, emergency preparedness and response; expanding access to clean water and environmental sanitation services; strengthening local and community resilience; and leveraging global expertise and financing.

UNICEF Vietnam continues to play an active role in improving the health, education, and protection of children, especially those most vulnerable.