Water Channel Condition Well Improved, Basuki Says
access_time October 13 2016 02:36 PM remove_red_eye 1135
Reported by Erna Martiyanti | Translated by Rizky Mawardi
Reported by Erna Martiyanti | Translated by Rizky Mawardi
Jakarta Governor, Basuki T. Purnama assessed the water channel condition in the capital is getting better. It is because dredging projects run smoothly.
Inundation in Jakarta recedes quickly since the channels have been dredged
“Inundation in Jakarta recedes quickly since the channels have been dredged,” he said, Wednesday (10/12).
Basuki admitted his side remains reminding Dept. of Water Management to divide the water flow and manage the level of some sluice gates.
Pump Operators Standby for 24 Hours“Water flow dividing must be run optimally. All river and channel must flow the water smoothly,” he added.
He also wants the agency to focus on water pumps for anticipating local rain or tidal wave.