CO-ORDINATION was critical to tackling flooding, damage to infrastructure and emergencies during the rainy season, according to a councillor.
“The kinds of problems that occurred earlier this month – clogged drains, flooded roads and areas, and leaks in homes – when it rained heavily require collaborative efforts to ensure future showers don’t affect people’s lives or bring daily work to a standstill,” said Northern Municipal Council chairman Dr Sayed Al Wedaie said during the council’s regular meeting yesterday .