Tunisia Battles Floods: Emergency Measures Implemented
In the face of the deluge that has been hitting Tunisia for several days, the time for mere observation is over. On Friday, January 23, the Governor of Tunis, Imed Boukhris, urgently convened the disaster prevention commission to orchestrate an immediate response. The objective is clear: anticipate rather than suffer.
Top Priority: Sidi Bou Saïd Hill
This is the hot spot of the crisis. The mythical Sidi Bou Saïd hill, weakened by the weather, is being closely monitored. As of Sunday, January 25, a radical measure will come into effect: buses and heavy trucks will no longer have access to the Sidi Azizi shelter area to avoid destabilizing the soil. However, human safety remains the top priority. Local authorities have been ordered to evacuate unstable homes without delay. For neighbors, the instruction is to be on "extreme alert": at the slightest sign of a crack, the municipality must be notified.
Concrete Actions on the Ground
To prevent the city from turning into a giant pool, the Governor has taken decisive action:
- Express cleaning: accelerated dredging of canals and retention basins.
- Water evacuation: clearing access to the sea and the Sejoumi salt flat.
- Zero tolerance for dilapidated housing: buildings threatening to collapse will be evacuated and demolished to avoid any drama.
Solidarity in the Face of Cold
Beyond infrastructure, this meeting highlighted the importance of human solidarity. During this period of extreme cold, authorities are organizing to distribute aid to the most vulnerable families.
Permanent Vigilance
The commission remains on high alert. With the sky still threatening, rescue teams are ready to intervene at any moment, reminding us that in these situations, reactivity is our best ally.
