Blogger’s Note: During the US aggression in Vietnam – Laos became one of the most heavily bombed places on earth. The Americans believed that Vietnam was receiving supplies from China and the USSR via the “Ho Minh Chi Trail” – which meandered through a number of South-East Asian countries. Men, women, and children carried packs on their backs – or pushed bicycles without tyres (through the jungle) – in a bid to get supplies to the NVA and Viet Cong. Acting illegally, the US blanket-bombed Laos causing huge loss of life and massive material damage. Indeed, many bombs failed to explode and still awaiting disarming in the ground. The Laotian people often built deep underground villages to survive the holocaust. The US bombs were often illegal, experimental, and when they exploded – sucked all the oxygen out of the targetted area. The US used the bodies of the Laotian people to test their Cold War inventions. Having to live like this is horrific. Today, as Laos is recovering from this barbarism – sudden holes appearing in the ground are a disturbing reminder of the past. It might be natural – it might not be – hence the concerm. ACW (15.7.2026)
14/07/2026
Lao authorities are accelerating efforts to determine the cause of a land subsidence incident in Nong Kadeng village, Vilabouli District, Savannakhet Province, with officials pledging to provide regular public updates as the investigation progresses. According to the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the Department of Geology and Minerals (DGM) is working with local authorities, relevant government agencies and Lane Xang Mineral Co., Ltd. to conduct a detailed geophysical survey of the affected area. While experts have preliminarily concluded that the subsidence is a natural phenomenon associated with underground limestone formations, the additional survey aims to collect comprehensive geological data to verify the cause with scientific evidence.
Provincial authorities who inspected the site reported that the affected area is located about 3 kilometres outside the nearest mineral exploration concession, indicating that the incident did not occur within the licensed exploration zone.
The ministry said it will continue coordinating with all relevant stakeholders to complete a thorough investigation and will release progress reports periodically through official channels.
Authorities also urged the public to rely on information from official government sources and verified news outlets, warning against the spread of unverified reports that could cause unnecessary public concern.
The Ministry of Industry and Commerce reaffirmed its commitment to closely monitoring the situation and providing timely updates as additional findings become available.
SANGHA KOMMUNE (SSR) 