the recurrent flooding in the regions of Petit Verger and Montagne Ory, he will state if he has been aware o…
(No. B/116) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the recurrent flooding in the regions of Petit Verger and Montagne Ory, he will state if he has been aware of cases of risk of erosion and landslides affecting houses and buildings thereat, indicating – (a) the number of families having been served with evacuation orders; (b) if there has been any survey carried out previously on the conditions of these houses and buildings, giving details thereof, and (c) the action taken and/or being envisaged to relodge the inhabitants whose houses and buildings are at risk.
Reply: Regarding part (a) of the question, I confirm that the District Council of Moka has issued five official evacuation notices under the Building Control Act. These notices, served in January and October 2024, required the affected families to vacate their homes due to structural instability and potential risks to their safety. For part (b), I am informed that a joint technical survey was conducted on 05 and 06 June 2023. This survey was carried out by representatives from – • the Geotechnical Unit of the then Ministry of National Infrastructure and Community Development; • the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Centre, and • the Land Drainage Authority. Their assessment confirmed the presence of severe soil erosion, landslide risks, and structural weaknesses in multiple houses in the affected regions. These findings indicate an urgent need for intervention to prevent potential disasters.
161 Regarding part (c), my Ministry is actively coordinating with the Ministry of National Infrastructure to implement immediate and long-term mitigation measures for landslides and soil erosion in Rivière Profonde. The Land Drainage Authority had previously delegated these countermeasures to the National Development Unit for execution. However, given the continued risk, my Ministry will ensure follow-up actions and monitor the progress of remedial works. Additionally, if the situation demands, I will personally conduct an on-site visit, accompanied by Members of the National Assembly for Constituency No. 8 and relevant technical experts, to assess the current conditions and engage directly with affected residents. Furthermore, my Ministry is working with the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Committee to identify and secure temporary or permanent relocation options for these five displaced families. We are exploring both short-term emergency housing solutions and long-term resettlement plans, depending on the feasibility of remedial measures at their original locations. The Government remains committed to ensuring the safety of all affected residents and will act swiftly to provide necessary support and solutions. LA SOURCE FOOTBALL PLAYGROUND – CLASSIFICATION – SAFETY MEASURES