Minister Hurreram effects site at Ste Croix

In a statement, Minister Hurreeram recalled that presently, the region of Ste Croix faces a serious problem of water accumulation and flooding during heavy rainfall. ‘Residential developments have blocked the passage of natural water courses causing rain water from the slopes of the mountain to flow into residential areas’, he said.

The Minister expressed satisfaction as regards the drain works to be carried out and stressed that Government has as priority the welfare and safety of citizens. Furthermore, he appealed to the inhabitants of the region to demonstrate understanding and patience as major works will be undertaken.

He lauded the setting up of the Land Drainage Authority (LDA) which, he pointed out, forms part of the Morcellement Board and hence, all developments that will be carried out will need to get the approval from the LDA first. This measure, he stated, will prevent residential developments from causing obstruction to drainage systems.

Speaking about the Land Drainage Master Plan, which consists of strategies to reduce anthropogenic effects on the vulnerability to heavy rain and flood incidences, he underlined that it is fundamental to maintaining safety in the country as well as coming up with sustainable solutions to mitigate the risk of flooding in the future.