IN the light of predictions of more rains and flash flooding across Georgetown, the Mayor and City Council has assured citizens that all of its hydro-flow pumps are operable and functioning.
Additionally, all sluices and pumps are working at optimum capacity, the council said in a release. In addition, to help with overtopping in several local communities, the City Engineer’s Department has deployed technical teams to clear channels and waterways in different sections.

The Council continues to do its best with its limited resources to ensure the integrity of the drainage system. Town Clerk Royston King said that maintenance of the city’s drainage system is a priority and accounts for 70% of the engineer’s budgeted allocation.
Also, the Council is urging citizens to help by not disposing of waste in canals and other water- ways. “Once citizens observe good environmental health practices and stewardship, the sums expended on maintenance works could be reduced by 15%”, said Town Clerk King. Council said it is grateful for the support it has been receiving from the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Ministry of Agriculture and other agencies.