In recent years, fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue work in Can Tho City has always received close attention from the central government, the Ministry of Public Security, and Can Tho authorities. Thanks to these efforts, the number of fires and explosions and the level of damage caused by fires and explosions have been controlled and minimized. Large fires causing severe damage have shown a clear downward trend. According to statistics for the first nine months of 2024, the Can Tho City Police mobilized 495 officers, firefighters, policemen, and 65 vehicles to handle 15 fires and 19 accidents and incidents. They directly rescued six people, guided over 30 people to escape, found 12 bodies of victims, and protected over 50 houses and constructions along with a large amount of property estimated at hundreds of billions of VND.

Can Tho City is experiencing rapid development, with the construction of new urban areas, residential areas, high-rise apartments, commercial service areas, and industrial parks. This development has provided favorable conditions for planning and constructing fire prevention and fighting infrastructure, contributing to the city's modernization and meeting the increasing demands of the new context. However, this progress also brings challenges related to potential fire and explosion risks, particularly regarding difficulties faced by Can Tho police forces involved in fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue.

A rescue practice.

Medical staff provide first aid to accident victims.

The drill at Muong Thanh Can Tho Hotel aims to improve the tactical and technical skills of the police forces and also serves as an opportunity to test the command, management, and combat readiness of the firefighting troops in case of fire or explosion. Can Tho City Police Department choose Muong Thanh Hotel as the location for the drill because it is a crucial facility in Can Tho City's service and tourism sector and a crowded place. The consequences for people and property can be severe if an incident occurs.

Vice Chairman of Can Tho City People's Committee Nguyen Ngoc He acknowledged and highly appreciated the participating forces' proactive spirit, efforts, and responsibility.

During the event, Vice Chairman of Can Tho City People's Committee Nguyen Ngoc He recognized and highly appreciated the proactive spirit, efforts, and responsibility of the participating forces, especially the Vinh Long and Hau Giang Provincial Police, Muong Thanh Hotel staff, and functional units of Can Tho City in coordinating, preparing, practicing, and organizing the drill. Vice Chairman Nguyen Ngoc He urged leaders of Can Tho's departments, sectors, localities, organizations, and enterprises to enhance their sense of responsibility in future fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue. The aim is to prevent, combat, and minimize fires that result in severe consequences, leading to deaths due to avoidable causes. Additionally, the official emphasized the importance of raising public awareness about self-prevention and self-management and improving knowledge and skills in handling fire and explosion situations.

Can Tho City leaders presented flowers and gifts to the forces participating in the drill.

The drill is a crucial practice activity and an opportunity for both full-time and part-time forces in Can Tho and neighboring areas to enhance their coordination and response to fire, explosion, and accident situations that may arise in daily life. This practice significantly improves their ability to respond to emergencies. It also encourages widespread participation in fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue efforts, ultimately ensuring the safety of the people and the city.