VietNamNet Bridge – Up to 25 observation stations will be built in the Central Highland region to assess how hydro-power plants impact on the environment over the next five years.

The move is part of a Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment's draft plan to be implemented at Buon Kuop plant in Dak Lak Province and Ialy and Sesan 4 plants in Gia Lai Province.

* HCM City riverbank in danger of collapse

Among 62 places of riverbank erosion reported as dangerous, more than 20 places are listed as "urgently dangerous", according to the municipal Steering Committee for Flood and Storm Prevention and Control.

The committee has proposed the Department of Transport hasten repairs in 19 locations to prevent landslides, and to warn local residents to prepare for evacuation if necessary.

The hot spots are in the districts of Nha Be (12 hot spots), Binh Thanh (7) and Binh Chanh (4).

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