Total closures, prolonged delays, and stranded vehicles are recurring issues after every major storm, highlighting that the current infrastructure is insufficient. According to the Argentine News Agency, the problem is a combination of structural, urban, and watershed planning factors that have not yet been fully resolved in the northern part of the AMBA (Greater Buenos Aires Area). Another major deficit is the insufficient stormwater drainage capacity in areas adjacent to the Pan-American Highway. There, many sewers, drains, and gutters were designed years ago when urbanization was less than it is now, and the system performed better. Consequently, the result is water accumulation on collector roads and various lanes, although today's rains were short-lived but of high intensity, further aggravating the situation. What are the key works needed to provide solutions? In addition to the cleaning and maintenance of drains, some of the necessary works to avoid this type of conflict are: Expansion and modernization of storm drains in peri-urban areas and collector roads. Construction of temporary reservoirs that retain excess water during intense storms. High-capitude relief tunnels. Regular adaptation and cleaning of riverbeds and channels. While the increase in rainfall is becoming more frequent and aggravating the situation, the lack of hydraulic works and maintenance of drains are key points to prevent flooding from recurring. Buenos Aires, December 25 (NA) - The strong storm that hit the northern part of the AMBA (Greater Buenos Aires) this afternoon once again showed the lack of works in the area. The increasingly frequent floods, especially on the sections that cross the area, require comprehensive works that are necessary to be able to respond to intense rains and this type of climatic event.
