Egyptian Housing Minister Randa El-Manshawy has been monitoring the preparations of various new city authorities to receive the winter season. She emphasized the importance of prior preparation and continuous on-site monitoring of utility systems, rainwater drainage networks, and emergency equipment readiness. El-Manshawy also stressed the need for coordination between concerned departments and disaster committees to ensure rapid response and immediate handling of any emergencies.
In the New Suez City, the city's development head, Engineer Asmaa Makhlouf, and officials inspected emergency equipment and vehicles. They reviewed the technical condition of the equipment to ensure it is ready for immediate intervention. The procedures included checking the preparedness of emergency teams and disaster committees, identifying roles for concerned parties within the emergency plan, and monitoring the cleaning of rainwater drainage networks.
The New Nubariya City development authority conducted a field exercise to test the efficiency of operating rainwater drainage rooms and manholes in the "Abni Beitak" (A) area. This was done after completing cleaning and removing waste and sediment. The goal was to ensure the drainage system's effectiveness and its ability to handle rainwater and prevent street and main axis flooding.
In the New Minya City, the city's development head, Engineer Mohamed El-Azouni, and officials inspected several sewage treatment plants. They reviewed their readiness to handle the expected loads during the winter season. The tour included checking on the operation and maintenance work at sewage treatment plant number 3.
The New El-Alamein City authority has increased its readiness to face potential weather fluctuations. This was achieved by mobilizing rapid intervention equipment and vehicles designated to handle heavy rain and water accumulation. The authority also reviewed the technical condition of vehicles, suction pumps, electricity generators, and operation teams.
In Sheikh Zayed City, the development head, Engineer Bassam Fadl, and officials followed up on the mobilization of equipment and human cadres. They also conducted a simulation of rapid response to potential heavy rain, water accumulation, and floods. The preparations included checking the readiness of water suction and removal vehicles.
The Ministry of Housing continues to stress the importance of readiness and rapid response to any emergencies that may arise during the winter season. The ministry aims to ensure the safety of citizens, maintain traffic flow in new cities, and provide efficient services.
Key points
- Egyptian Housing Minister Randa El-Manshawy reviews winter preparations in new cities.
- Authorities inspect and prepare emergency equipment and infrastructure.
- Ministry emphasizes readiness and rapid response to potential winter emergencies.
