These works were carried out in advance of the rainy season that will occur in the department.
With the aim of preventing future flooding in the winter season and protecting the community, cleaning work was carried out on the 7 canal in the municipality of El Retén, Magdalena. The cleaning work included the removal of debris, sediments and vegetation that obstructs the normal flow of water.
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In addition to the cleaning tasks, municipal authorities have also carried out dialogues with the communities to promote citizen responsibility in the care of public spaces. The aim is to raise awareness among residents about the importance of keeping canals and rivers clean to avoid flooding and other risks during the winter season.
Call for collaboration
The authorities call on the Retenara community to collaborate in the cleaning and maintenance tasks of public spaces. Citizens are invited not to throw garbage into canals and rivers, and to report any situation that may affect the normal flow of water.
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Prevention for a safe winter
The cleaning and prevention work carried out in El Retén is part of the strategies that are implemented in the department of Magdalena to face the winter season safely. These actions are expected to contribute to minimizing the risks of floods and other natural disasters in the region.
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