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MARGAO: The first showers of the monsoon season caused minor damage at the Margao Municipal Council (MMC) taxation Section, soaking several files. However, Chairperson Damodar Shirodkar assured that there was no cause for concern.
Speaking about the incident, Shirodkar admitted that around seven files were affected by the rain but clarified that these documents were being dried and would not cause any long-term issues.
The Chairperson further explained that the municipal building, which houses the tax section, has long been in need of renovation.“This is why we have proposed a renovation of the building. The government will bear the entire cost of the work,” Shirodkar said. He emphasised that all necessary precautions would be taken to ensure the safety of important records moving forward.
Shirodkar also addressed the ongoing monsoon preparedness efforts, stating that nearly all monsoon-related works had been completed. He assured residents that the MMC was continuing to work diligently to implement additional measures to prevent flooding and waterlogging during heavy rains.
“Goa is in a much better position compared to other States when it comes to managing monsoon flooding,” he claimed, adding that the MMC was committed to ensuring the safety and efficiency of the infrastructure throughout the season.
In response to concerns about the impact of the rains, Shirodkar confirmed that the municipal team was on high alert and ready to tackle any challenges the monsoon might present. He urged the public to stay informed and cooperative as the local authorities continue their efforts to safeguard the region.
BUSY DAY FOR FIREFIGHTERS AS TREES COME CRASHING DOWN on homes, streets
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MARGAO: Heavy pre-monsoon rain and strong winds lashed South Goa on Tuesday, causing tree falls, and keeping firemen on their toes. The Margao and Canacona fire stations responded to eight emergency calls.
Margao Station Fire Officer Gil Souza said a dry tree fell on a house in Sernabatim-Colva, and firefighter R.S. Khutkar and his team cleared the area in 90 minutes, and then moved on to cut and remove a jackfruit tree that fell near Maria Hall, Benaulim. In Telaulim-Navelim, a bhendi tree fell near the Western Bypass. An oil spill near Easy Buy Mall in Colmorod-Navelim was addressed by Sub Officer A K Velip’s team, preventing road accidents. In Canacona, water entered Ravindra Bhavan twice; both incidents were handled by firefighter Molu Velip. Trees also fell on a cowshed in Devbagh, at Karmal Ghat, and on power lines in Cotigao, blocking roads.