Wednesday, August 26 2009

Officials from the offices of Chaguanas West MP Jack Warner were dispatched on Monday by the MP to ascertain the amount of damage done by flooding which affected residents of Caroni on Sunday and to provide immediate relief where possible.

Warner, FIFA vice president, is currently in Manchester, England, on official FIFA business, but expressed concern about the damage done by flooding in his constituency in a media release issued on Monday.

In the release, he explained, “This team would seek to determine the immediate needs of the flood victims and their families. An instant plan for the clean-up of the Caroni village and environs is also to be implemented. This team is also expected to discuss with residents of Caroni ways in which such floods can be alleviated in the future.”

The MP also sent letters to relevant authorities to ensure affected areas received urgent attention.

Warner said, the Tunapuna/Piarco Regional Corporation in particular was written and asked to provide assistance in the clean up efforts and to ensure there are no health risks as flood waters go down.