VIENTIANE, March 24 (Xinhua) -- A hailstorm struck the Sikhottabong district in Lao capital Vientiane on Sunday, causing extensive damage to homes, vehicles, and public facilities and affecting more than 2,000 households, the Lao Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare reported Tuesday.
On Monday, Lao Minister of Labor and Social Welfare Phoxay Sayasone visited the affected areas to assess the situation, provide support to residents, and deliver emergency relief supplies.
Officials said efforts are underway to secure construction materials to accelerate repairs to damaged homes. The ministry is also planning longer-term recovery measures to restore livelihoods, with targeted assistance to affected households. ■
