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Clean-up reduces flooding risk and restores spots to their natural beauty
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THE buildup of bamboo canes and undergrowth in riverbeds and under bridges throughout the Valencian Community is usually the main culprit of the heavy floods that regularly swamp towns and cities throughout the region.
Part of the blame, at least in Valencia’s La Safor district, falls at the feet of the river management consortiums.
The Jucar Hydrographic Confederation (CHJ) has for many years clamped down very strictly on anyone who removes the canes, with fines for everyone including farmers and council workers.