Ernakulam district administration steps up pre-monsoon prepardness
The Ernakulam district administration is enhancing pre-monsoon preparedness by addressing hazardous trees and promoting cleanliness. District Collector G. Priyanka has ordered the removal of dangerous trees and billboards, particularly near schools and public areas. A review meeting will assess the cleaning efforts and allocate funds for local bodies to conduct source-reduction activities to prevent mosquito breeding.
- ▪District Collector G. Priyanka has ordered the immediate felling of dangerous trees and pruning of tree branches.
- ▪Local bodies are tasked with identifying and removing hazardous trees, including those on private property.
- ▪A review meeting will be held to evaluate pre-monsoon cleaning activities and allocate funds for local bodies.
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In the wake of the intensifying monsoon, District Collector and District Disaster Management Authority Chairperson G. Priyanka has ordered the immediate felling of dangerous trees and pruning of tree branches.Action was initiated after several trees were found posing threat near schools, houses, offices, and other public places, according to a communication.The Collector asked the departments concerned and local bodies to identify hazardous trees and remove them immediately. As regards precarious trees located on private property, the local bodies concerned should issue notices to the owners. The Collector also ordered that hazardous trees within school compounds be identified and safety measures taken before the start of the new academic year.
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