Dominican authorities have launched comprehensive stabilization efforts following a significant landslide that occurred in the Pichelin region over the weekend. The government’s coordinated response involves multiple agencies working to contain potential hazards and prevent further environmental disruption.
Joseph Flossiac, Project Manager for the Loubiere to Grand Bay Road Initiative, disclosed that engineering teams are implementing strategic measures to address water accumulation and sediment displacement in the affected area. “Our immediate priority involves developing systematic water diversion solutions while commencing a carefully calibrated removal of debris to minimize secondary impacts,” Flossiac explained during a technical briefing.
Official assessments from government engineers and disaster management consultants have confirmed that Pichelin residents face no imminent danger from the geological event. The Office of Disaster Management has established continuous monitoring protocols to evaluate slope stability and ground movement patterns around the clock.
Local community leadership has actively partnered with national authorities to maintain transparent communication channels. Shyla Shillingford-Thomas, Chairperson of the Pichelin Village Council, reported the development of contingency plans and preemptive identification of vulnerable households. “We’ve conducted direct engagement with residents to provide reassurance that this situation receives maximum priority response while establishing emergency protocols should conditions evolve,” Shillingford-Thomas stated.
Parliamentary Representative Hon. Jullan Defoe commended the interagency collaboration while emphasizing the importance of community vigilance during ongoing mitigation operations. Minister for National Security Hon. Rayburn Blackmoore reinforced the government’s commitment to public safety, stating that all necessary resources would be deployed to protect both citizens and infrastructure throughout the stabilization process.
