As dawn broke, the soft light bathed every inch of the village, yet it couldn't dispel the lingering worry in Lin Yue's heart. The village was steadily progressing on the path of ecological development, but its mountainous location exposed it to potential threats from natural disasters such as floods and landslides. Lin Yue knew that it was imperative to plan ahead and organize a comprehensive and in-depth disaster emergency drill, one that incorporated the principles of ecological protection throughout.
Lin Yue stood in front of the village's loudspeaker, cleared her throat, and began her mobilization speech: "Fellow villagers, our village is becoming more and more beautiful, and our lives are getting better and better, but we must not forget that nature can sometimes throw a tantrum. For everyone's safety, and for the sake of this green landscape we have always protected, we need to conduct a disaster emergency drill. This is not a joke; everyone must take it seriously." Her voice was firm and powerful, and it resonated throughout every corner of the village via the loudspeaker.
During the drill preparation phase, Lin Yue assembled a team of able-bodied young men from the village to form an emergency response team. These young people were all energetic, their eyes reflecting their love for the village and their determination to protect it. Under the guidance of professional rescue personnel, they learned various rescue skills, such as stretcher use, first aid for the injured, and rope climbing and securing. Simultaneously, Lin Yue organized the villagers to divide the village into evacuation zones, identifying multiple safe evacuation points based on the village's terrain and house distribution, and drawing detailed evacuation route maps. To ensure the drill's realism and effectiveness, the village also prepared props simulating injured persons, smoke bombs, and other training equipment.
On the day of the drill, the sky was a brilliant blue, as if silently observing this special "rehearsal" for the village. With a sharp alarm piercing the tranquility, the drill officially began. Following the pre-arranged evacuation routes, the villagers orderly evacuated to the safe area. Children, led by their teachers and parents, held hands tightly; their faces showed a hint of nervousness, but more so, familiarity with the drill procedures and composure. The elderly were not to be outdone, steadily moving forward with the support of the younger generation. One old man muttered, "This drill is well-organized. It gives us peace of mind; even if something really happens, we won't be afraid."
During the evacuation, Lin Yue emphasized the protection of the ecological environment. Standing by the roadside, she loudly reminded the villagers, "Watch your step, don't trample on the newly planted flowers and grass, and don't damage the trees along the roadside. We need to evacuate safely, but we also need to protect our homes." The villagers nodded and carefully avoided the tender green vegetation.
After all the villagers were evacuated to a safe area, the emergency response team began a simulated rescue operation. They quickly rushed into the "disaster area" to search for "trapped people." At a location simulating a landslide, the team found an "injured villager" buried under rubble. They carefully cleared the rubble with shovels, being careful not to cause a larger landslide, and then used a stretcher to carry the "injured" person to a safe area for emergency first aid. The entire process was tense but orderly; the team members' foreheads were covered in sweat, but their movements were completely calm and composed.
During a break in the drills, Lin Yue also organized a mini-lesson on ecological protection. Holding a megaphone, she explained to the villagers, “Fellow villagers, as you all know, our village is so beautiful because of these mountains and rivers. When disasters occur, many plants and animals are also affected. Like after the last flood, many small animals’ nests along the riverbank were destroyed. While we are helping ourselves and each other, we must also try our best to protect their habitats, avoid cutting down trees indiscriminately, and not damage wetlands. This is not only for them, but also for the long-term development of our village.” The villagers sat together, listening attentively, nodding occasionally to show their understanding.
According to preliminary statistics, over 90% of the village's population participated in the drill. No stampedes or ecological damage occurred during the evacuation, and the emergency response team achieved a 95% success rate. Through this drill, villagers' disaster preparedness and ecological awareness have been significantly enhanced.
After the drill, Lin Yue stood in the village square and summarized the exercise. Her eyes held a mixture of satisfaction and anticipation: "Fellow villagers, everyone performed exceptionally well today. Through this drill, we learned how to protect ourselves in the face of disaster, how to help each other, and more importantly, we understood that protecting the ecological environment is something that cannot be neglected at any stage. Our village is one big family, and everyone is a guardian of this family. Let's work together to make our home beautiful and safe forever."
As the setting sun cast its golden rays upon the village, it draped the land in a shimmering veil of gold. The villagers gained knowledge and experience from the drills, further strengthening their resolve to protect their home. They knew that in the days to come, whether facing the challenges of natural disasters or the responsibilities of ecological protection, they would work together to write a beautiful chapter in the village's history.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
