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EMBANKMENTS AGAINST FLOODS: Jadar River and its tributaries in the Loznica region have been repaired (PHOTO)
LOZNICA – To prevent the largest rivers in the Loznica region, the Drina and Jadar, from overflowing their banks during prolonged and heavy rainfall, concrete steps have been taken by the local government in cooperation with JVP 'Srbijavode'. The actions taken have yielded results, as announced by the city administration following the repairs of the Jadar riverbed in the areas of Draginac, Veliko Selo, and Bradić, carried out by 'Srbijavode' teams.
TL;DR
- Repairs to the Jadar riverbed in Draginac, Veliko Selo, and Bradić have stabilized the watercourse and reduced flood risk.
- A 600-meter embankment was built near the Draginac bridge, and river crossing zones were improved in Bradić and Veliko Selo.
- The Štira stream in Voćnjak was reinforced with an embankment to protect against flash floods.
- Approximately five thousand cubic meters of sediment were removed from the former 'Viskoza' settling pond in Trbušnica, funded by the City of Loznica.
- These measures proved effective during heavy March rainfall, confirming reduced flood risk for local households and infrastructure.
- Citizens are advised against throwing waste into rivers and canals to maintain water flow and the effectiveness of flood protection works.