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Tunisia flood preparedness and weather disruptions
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Tunisian authorities initially focused on disaster prevention and preparedness. Interior Minister Khaled Nouri met with the National Commission for the Prevention and Control of Catastrophes to advocate for a transition from a reactive to a preventive approach, specifically targeting vulnerable areas like riverbeds and low-lying zones ahead of the autumn and winter seasons. Following these preparations, heavy rainfall and torrential storms caused significant flooding in Tunis. Tunis, bringing parts of the capital to a standstill. The weather event disrupted essential services, including electricity and internet access, deluge saturated drainage systems, leading to flooded roads, homes, and sidewalks. The flooding trapped motorists in their vehicles. Authorities were forced to suspend classes in the capital, and vehicles, blocked major infrastructure routes such as the Bab Saadoun tunnel was closed. tunnel, and forced residents in the historic Medina to seek shelter in shops. In response to warnings from the National Institute of Meteorology, authorities suspended classes in all public and private educational institutions and universities across the Tunis governorate. The flooding has renewed resident storm also caused disruptions to electricity and internet services, with social media footage appearing to show power lines catching fire. This event follows severe rains in January that resulted in multiple fatalities and significant damage. Residents have expressed frustration over recurring issues, noting that drainage networks frequently overflow with waste, highlighting ongoing concerns regarding the city’s drainage systems and overall flood preparedness. urban infrastructure preparedness against extreme weather.
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