NNA - Minister of Public Works and Transportation, Ali Hamieh, on Wednesday welcomed Jounieh Mayor, Jean Habish, accompanied by relevant engineers from the ministry.

The meeting focused on evaluating ongoing work to clean stormwater drainage systems along the Jounieh highway, and the additional measures needed to address critical issues and persistent problems in the area under the ministry’s jurisdiction in preparation for the winter season.

Following the meeting, Hamieh stated, "We reviewed the engineering plans prepared for rehabilitating the stormwater drainage systems and identifying critical points. We have established a joint assessment of the flooding issues occurring along the Jounieh highway."

Hamieh also emphasized that the ministry's work crews are continuously engaged in cleaning and maintaining drainage systems on highways throughout the year, aiming to preempt any unexpected heavy rainfall.

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