Minister’s Tour and Directives
- Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, visited the eastern coast to assess damage and expedite rehabilitation efforts
- Prioritized maintenance to safeguard public safety, protect properties, and minimize potential rain damage
- Focus on rock berm project to fortify federal roads against future challenges
Comprehensive Approach
- Ongoing efforts to conduct a comprehensive study on dam expansion
- Collaborative approach with strategic partners to bolster infrastructure against floods
- Integrated operational plan to repair affected federal roads and set up precautionary measures
Commitment to Robust Infrastructure
- Developing solutions to mitigate damage caused by rain events
- Enhancing dam capacities and efficient rainwater drainage systems
Call for Cooperation
- Emphasis on forward-thinking and cooperation among federal and local entities to future-proof infrastructure
- Gratitude towards government teams, private sector, and community members for swift action and support
UAE’s Infrastructure Resilience
- 103 dams and lakes retained 40 million cubic meters of water, half of their total storage capacity
- Reflects the UAE’s commitment to enhancing infrastructure resilience through strategic planning and collaboration
Future Preparedness
- Efforts to fortify roads and dams will ensure the nation is well-equipped to handle similar challenges in the future.
