Teams have been fanning out across neighbourhoods in the capital to monitor rainwater pooling and speed up drainage efforts following the recent spell of wet weather.
The Capital Trustees Board said it was working closely with the Capital Trustees Authority, and the Ministries of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, and Works to track rainwater accumulation across districts in the Capital Governorate and ensure swift action.
Board chairman Saleh Tarradah said co-ordination between the various authorities was key to responding quickly to reports and safeguarding public safety.
“The board is keen to strengthen continuous co-ordination with the relevant official bodies,” he said.
“We appreciate the rapid response and high level of readiness shown by the authorities concerned, in dealing with reports and emergency situations.”
Mr Tarradah said the joint efforts reflect a shared commitment to serving residents and ensuring that municipal services operate efficiently during adverse weather.
“The integration of roles between the board and others concerned reflects the spirit of teamwork and national responsibility in serving citizens and residents,” he added.
Meanwhile, vice-chairwoman Dr Khulood Al Qattan stressed the importance of community participation in reporting rainwater build-up in neighbourhoods.
“Co-operation with citizens and civil society institutions plays a vital role in identifying locations where rainwater collects and reporting them immediately,” she said. “Direct communication with residents helps accelerate solutions and allows problems to be addressed in record time.”
She said such collaboration strengthens community partnership, which she described as a fundamental pillar of municipal work.
Board members have also been conducting field visits in several areas to monitor pumping operations and ensure work is progressing smoothly. During the visits, members have been engaging directly with residents to hear their concerns and identify areas requiring urgent attention.
The board said it continues to follow up on residents’ complaints through the government’s Tawasul system, as well as through dedicated contact numbers assigned to each constituency within the capital.
Reports submitted through these channels are immediately forwarded to the relevant authorities for action, with follow-up carried out until the issue is resolved.
Members also praised the significant efforts being made by technical teams working across government entities to address rain-related challenges.
The board further commended the role played by community organisations and residents in the Capital Governorate for their positive co-operation and engagement.
Officials said such collaboration helps strengthen preparedness and contributes to creating a safe and sustainable urban environment across the capital’s districts.
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