The councilor for Urban Planning, Environment, Water and Garden, Antonio Navarro has informed the PSOE that "The City of Murcia acted immediately and effectively when the ditch was left open on a privately owned site, after a demolition, in the neighborhood from Carmen".
In addition "this event, which took place in May, meant that some streets were flooded with water and early in the morning the situation was controlled, since there were moved brigades Aguas de Murcia, Street Cleaning, Urban Planning, Police and Fire "The mayor recalled.
"From the first moment, he contacted the main guard of the irrigation ditch to cut off the circulation, which allowed the water level to fall," said Antonio Navarro.
"From that moment, the technicians inspected the situation and ordered the corresponding security measures.
This Monday they will return to carry out an inspection and check that everything is in perfect condition and there is no risk to the neighbors "Navarro explained.
Source: PP Murcia