Following the September flood, when the Badung River overflowed, Denpasar authorities are actively ramping up measures to protect the city from floods and inundations. The city's Public Works and Urban Planning Agency (PUPR) has set up a temporary dam made of sandbags at the mouth of the Ayung River to control the water flow and safely restore damaged embankments.
Denpasar Mayor I Gusti Ngurah Jaya Negara stated that the city is moving towards systemic flood protection measures. These include clearing and reinforcing riverbeds, controlling construction on coastal areas, greening riverbanks, and creating parks on sites with illegal structures.
Optimizing the early warning system has become one of the key directions. In collaboration with BMKG, the government plans to improve the speed and accuracy of warnings about rising water levels and heavy rainfall.
In addition, Denpasar intends to lease private lands along the riverbanks to establish green zones and parks, which will help increase soil absorption capacity and reduce the risk of flooding. Restoration of natural vegetation along the riverbeds is also underway to reinforce the soil and prevent erosion.
Mayor Jaya Negara noted that the government's efforts include not only physical reinforcement and construction control but also engaging local residents in maintaining river cleanliness. "Collaboration between authorities and the community is a key factor in preventing such disasters," he emphasized.
The BBMKG meteorological agency in Denpasar also warns of possible tidal floods on Bali's coasts from October 7 to 11, caused by the perigee phase coinciding with the full moon. The coasts of Gianyar, Kuta, Tabanan, Klungkung, and Karangasem are particularly at risk.
The exact timing and intensity of the tides will vary by location, but the consequences may include slight flooding of coastal areas, as well as temporary disruptions to ports, salt farms, and fishing operations.
The greatest water level fluctuations are expected in the morning and evening hours. "Residents and tourists are advised to exercise caution near the coast and stay tuned to official weather updates," emphasizes BMKG.
Sources: nusabali, infodenpasar
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