Egyptian Governor Hazem Al-Ashmoni has issued a circular to prepare for the winter season and potential floods in the Eastern Province. The circular, numbered 22 for the year 2026, aims to activate emergency plans and procedures to mitigate the risks of floods and severe weather conditions. This move is part of the province's efforts to prepare for climate change and unusual natural phenomena.
Governor Al-Ashmoni emphasized the need for preparedness and directed officials to ensure that emergency rooms and operations are ready. He instructed heads of centers, cities, and villages to coordinate with relevant authorities, including health, water resources, security, and transportation departments. The goal is to guarantee the readiness of emergency rooms and to send periodic and urgent reports to the province's operations room.
The governor's directives include reviewing the readiness of emergency rooms, water levels in canals and drains, and ensuring the availability of necessary equipment to deal with potential floodwaters. Officials are also required to verify the preparedness of residential units, schools, and hospitals that can be used as shelters for affected citizens.
The instructions also emphasize the need to secure public facilities and remove potential hazards, such as unstable billboards, glass facades, and large trees. Governor Al-Ashmoni stressed the importance of adhering to public decisions and guidelines to protect public and private property.
In case of floods, citizens will be evacuated from affected areas, and they will not be allowed to return home until the danger has passed and the area is deemed safe. The province will also prepare emergency shelters and ensure they are equipped with essential services, including sanitation, lighting, and food.
The governor's office will work closely with relevant authorities to prepare for potential emergencies, including conducting maintenance work on electrical infrastructure and preparing equipment for rapid intervention.
Governor Al-Ashmoni's directives also include monitoring weather forecasts and flood alerts from the Ministry of Water Resources and the Egyptian Meteorological Authority. The province will review its stockpiles of essential goods and conduct public awareness campaigns to educate citizens on necessary precautions during severe weather conditions.
Key points
- Governor Hazem Al-Ashmoni issues directives to prepare for winter weather and potential floods in the Eastern Province.
- The province aims to activate emergency plans and procedures to mitigate the risks of floods and severe weather conditions.
- Officials are required to ensure the readiness of emergency rooms, water resources, and equipment to deal with potential floodwaters.
