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Flood waters recede in most parts of city, pumps back in operation

Jun 03, 2015 News

– Ministry of Public Infrastructure
In an effort to ease the impact of flooding in coastland areas, experts at the Ministry of Public Infrastructure have been working to ensure that the drainage systems around Georgetown are in adequate working condition to deal with the impact of the continuing rainfall.
Recent downpours have caused massive flooding in various parts of the city and coastland regions.  On Monday, several outfalls and pumps were inspected and assesses by Minister of Public Infrastructure, David Patterson and Engineering Consultant, Walter Willis during a walkabout.
During the assessment, experts expressed the need for clearing of several main drains and canals to allow the free flow of water and drainage into the main canal and waterways. It was also reported that at least six pumps that were commissioned to assist the drainage system had not been functioning for some time.
An outfall aback of Muneshwers Limited at Water and Church Streets was also examined.
Anil Rambarose, a manager at the company, said that given the manner in which flooding affects the operations of residents, businesses and other entities, the company has opted to join the countrywide clean-up initiative and assist by clearing the aforementioned outfall.
He said that Muneshwers will take responsibility of clearing and maintaining the structure as well as manholes situated on the property.
Yesterday, the Ministry of Public Infrastructure reported that flood waters have receded from most areas in Georgetown which were inundated.
According to a Government Information Agency (GINA) statement, the Ministry  officials said that three pumps have been repaired and were put into operation on Monday;  one on Sussex Street, another at John Fernandes Ltd, repaired by the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA), and the third at  Caneview Avenue, South Ruimveldt.
It also pointed out that all sluices are operating, with the exception of the one at Lamaha Street which is being repaired, and a privately-owned one at Meadow Bank South, as they are completely blocked.  The Ministry reported that at least 11 other sluices are working and discharging flood water, and were only closed for a while when the tide turned back and necessitated this action.
Meanwhile the National Weather Watch Centre’s latest forecast for June 3, states that all regions can expect fair to partly cloudy skies to be interrupted by cloudy spells with scattered showers. The rainfall is expected to range between 0.0 mm and 10.0 mm (0.393701 in). Marine users and sea bathers are advised that moderate to rough seas can be expected with swells reaching heights of 1.8 to 2.1 metres in open water.
The Spring Tide Advisory is in effect until Sunday, June 07, 2015. Residents of coastal, low lying and riverine areas are advised to take necessary precautions against possible flooding.

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