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Water Minister Highlights Alexandria Safeguards
The article discusses the efforts of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation to protect the North Coast from potential flooding caused by rising sea levels by the year 2100. Minister Hani Sweilam explained that the ministry has, for the first time, created an integrated risk map spanning 1,200 kilometers to identify low-lying areas vulnerable to inundation. He emphasized that the protection projects implemented, such as a 69-kilometer protection project across five governorates, have proven effective in preventing damages. He affirmed that previous works and future planning provide adequate protection to prevent disasters. Additionally, he criticized studies that base their assumptions on flawed premises, highlighting that the ministry continues to execute protection projects to ensure the safety of lands and homes.
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