THE Ministry of Public Infrastructure (MPI) has said that excessive rainfall over the last 24 hours has resulted in flooding in some parts of the capital city and its outlying areas. An MPI release has said the Ministry is pleased that several areas of Georgetown which previously suffered from constant flooding during rainy seasons are now being drained without hindrance. It was, however, noted that drainage in some areas remains of concern, notably parts of Queenstown and North and South Ruimveldt.

The MPI has said it is working assiduously, in collaboration with other agencies, to ensure that all blockages to drainage are cleared as quickly as possible.

“The Ministry seeks the patience and cooperation of those citizens affected in the flooded areas. The Ministry today (Sunday) dispatched three teams to various locations in an effort to identify the precise sources of the blockages and to determine the necessary immediate and long-term interventions.

“The Ministry reminds the public that the existing drainage network for the city can only accommodate rainfall of no more than 2.5 inches in a 24-hour period. Should rainfall exceed this amount, there is expected to be minimal flooding, and the Ministry is seeking to ensure that the waters recede in the shortest possible period, tide permitting,” the release has said.

The MPI has thanked residents of Georgetown for their patience, understanding, and cooperation at this time of inconvenience.