-Public Works Ministry monitoring situation
THE Public Works Ministry is urging residents of vulnerable, low-lying areas to take precautionary measures in light of the high tide, which has resulted in overtopping in several areas.
Speaking with the Government Information Agency (GINA) Minister of Transport and Hydraulics, Robeson Benn said that around 17:45 h last evening, the tide was about 3.36 metres, the highest thus far for the year. It is expected to be approximately 3.31 metres today (this morning).
Minister Benn said several areas in all the sea defence districts have reported overtopping and minor breaches. In Water Street, Georgetown, overtopping occurred at several areas.
Similar instances have been reported at Craig, East Bank Demerara, and Goed Fortuin, and Sister’s Village on the West Bank of Demerara, where water has entered yards and bottom houses.
Meanwhile, Government through the relevant Ministries has been continuously monitoring the situation and making the necessary interventions.
The Works Ministry has been executing remedial works on sea defence at Craig and other areas.