Within the framework of the constant monitoring carried out on the Pilcomayo River by the Climate Emergency Committee, a meeting was held with leaders of the riverside communities of the municipality of Santa Victoria Este, Salta.
Led by Mayor Rogelio Nerón, the meeting brought together Ministers Mario Mimessi (Social Development) and Martín de los Ríos (Production and Sustainable Development), who engaged in dialogue with 18 chieftains representing the indigenous communities of the region.
During this meeting, the measures implemented since 2020 to prevent river overflows were reviewed, such as the construction of rings and containment walls.
Mimessi highlighted the efforts made over the past five years to safeguard the indigenous communities and emphasized the importance of gathering their opinions and needs. On the other hand, De los Ríos announced that more meetings will be planned to analyze proposals and solutions focused on reducing risks.
A journey through progress and future interventions
After the meeting, the officials toured the coast of the Pilcomayo River along with the Secretary of Water Resources, Mauricio Romero Leal, who emphasized the planning of additional interventions and cooperation with Bolivia and Paraguay to strengthen water management in the region.
These actions aim to ensure the protection of vulnerable communities against future floods.
Defense and maintenance: a long-term strategy
Since the serious flood of 2019, the Water Resources Secretariat has implemented a system of defensive embankments covering 72 kilometers along the Pilcomayo River, from Hito 1, on the border with Bolivia, to Las Vertientes, in the province of Formosa.
These defenses, built around communities like Monte Carmelo, La Merced, and San Anselmo, among others, have been crucial to mitigate the risks of overflows. In addition, regular maintenance is carried out to ensure their functionality.
The river runoff, although inevitable, is essential to create water reservoirs that supply during the dry season. This balance is critical to ensure water sustainability and the safety of riverside communities.
Interinstitutional coordination and shared efforts will continue to be essential in the search for effective and sustainable solutions.
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