Gilan Crisis Management Warns of El Niño Impacts in Western Gilan

Astara – The Director General of Crisis Management in Gilan, referring to the possible occurrence of El Niño and its impacts on western parts of the province, stressed the need for full readiness of executive agencies and immediate dredging of flood-prone rivers.

Astara - Director General of Gilan Crisis Management, pointing to the possibility of El Nino phenomenon and its consequences in the west of the province, emphasized the necessity of full readiness of executive bodies and immediate dredging of flooded rivers.

According to Mehr reporter, Mohammad Ali Vishkaei, at the meeting of the crisis headquarters of Gilan province on Monday afternoon, which was held in the presence of governors and mayors of West Gilan and general managers of executive bodies in Astara governorate, while congratulating the crisis management days, he appreciated the cooperation of the managers of Talash, Razvanshahr and Astara cities and said: This is the first year that October 18 to 20 has been named as crisis management days in the country's official calendar, and these meetings are necessary for synergy and more preparation. is

Referring to the field visits to all the cities of the province and checking the shortcomings and suggestions of the institutions, he added: The main topic of today's meeting is to check the consequences of the El Nino phenomenon and prepare to manage its effects.

Warning about climate changes and recent floods

Referring to the increase in the temperature of the Pacific Ocean and its direct effect on the intensification of rains and floods in the world, Vishkaei said: an increase of about two degrees in the temperature of the Pacific Ocean has activated the El Nino cycle and we are seeing its effects in the country; From heavy floods in Ardabil to widespread problems in Golestan

He added: If the dredging of Pirbazar and Rasht rivers was not done after the recent floods, we would definitely face a serious crisis during the heavy rains of September.

Special order for dredging flood rivers

Referring to the governor's order for municipalities to enter the dredging of rivers within the city limits, the Director General of Gilan Crisis Management said: Mayors can enter into dredging operations with the permission of the governor. Regional water also carries out the necessary estimates with urgency, and if the extracted materials do not cover the costs, regional water is committed to provide the materials needed by the municipalities from other rivers.

He emphasized to the mayors: I will announce in the presence of the prosecutor and general managers; If the municipalities face financial problems in managing the flood, the crisis management of the province will support them.

Full readiness of devices according to Article 15 of the Crisis Management Law

Referring to the sensitive conditions of the country and the need to maintain the security and peace of the people, Vishkaei said: If we fail to manage the crisis and people get hurt, we will be ashamed of them. Today, the director general of the provincial inspection is also present in the meeting due to the sensitivity of the issue.

Recalling Article 15 of the Crisis Management Law, he added: In times of crisis, governors as chiefs of the county staff and governors as the chiefs of the provincial staff can use the full capacity of the private sector. All institutions are required to use their logistical, financial and executive facilities without any restrictions.

In the end, the Director General of Gilan Crisis Management emphasized the necessity of holding continuous meetings, monitoring the flooded rivers, and fully preparing the devices, saying: "The El Nino phenomenon is certain, and we must take preventive measures in a detailed and documented manner before the incident."