Al-Mushaan: Raising Readiness Levels in Preparation for the Rainy Season
Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al-Mushaan stressed the importance of raising readiness levels and coordinating between authorities to handle rainwater accumulation and emergency cases during a meeting of the committee on the impacts of rains and flash floods.
Translated by Qiyas from النهار — Original source
Public Works Minister Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan emphasized the importance of enhancing readiness, follow-up, and coordination among relevant authorities to ensure swift response to rainwater accumulation and emergency situations. During a meeting of the Rainfall and Flash Flood Impacts Committee, which she chaired and which was attended by committee members and representatives of concerned entities, Minister Al-Mashaan stressed the need for continued coordination among these authorities and rapid response to any developments during rainy periods.
The meeting reviewed the preparedness of participating entities and their action plans for the rainy season, as well as the readiness of field teams, equipment, and machinery at various locations. It also examined climate forecasts for the coming period, which indicate that rainfall amounts expected in October, November, and December may exceed normal levels, necessitating heightened preparedness among relevant authorities.
Dr. Al-Mashaan inspected efforts to clean rainwater drainage inlets and networks, as well as the readiness of pumping stations and the procedures in place to address sites prone to water accumulation. The meeting discussed the roles of participating entities, their coordination mechanisms, emergency plans, and the procedures for managing the impacts of rainfall and flash floods.
