Wang Chun (Legaldaily.com): Many details concerning recent disaster relief efforts have exposed problems in governmental emergency management.

First of all, disorder reigns in the distribution of relief goods due to weak organization. Who should receive what and how much are common questions in the aftermath of natural disasters.

Due to trapped cars blocking access ways, fire-departments were unable to reach communities, forcing haphazard distribution of aid. Due to insufficient supplies, each family could only get one bottle of water and one box of biscuits, though community workers and volunteers were eventually better able to serve people's needs. Poor organization did result in some families getting more than others, however.

A similar imbalance also occurred in terms of assistance. Generally, families living in areas with easy access to transport facilities got more help. On the contrary, those who were trapped in remote villages, for example, received much less.

It is necessary to safeguard equal rights for disaster affected citizens, especially regarding the distribution of food and essential aid.

Hu Shuigen (21st Century Business Herald): The local government doesn't lack good emergency preparations. What it needs is the determination to enhance its response capability.

In view of damages caused by the typhoon, public doubt over the efficiency of government emergency mechanisms is understandable. Planning and aid played little part in a city thrown into chaos.

The solution lies in preparation and making sure it is effective. Besides the government, all social forces should contribute to relief work following natural disasters. However, after Fitow struck, few social organizations played a role in providing aid, with residents lacking the means to assist themselves.

Holding officials to account for insufficient rescue operations remains important to enhancing the government's abilities in handling natural disasters.