Japanese experts are studying where to build a new pumping station in the capital, while another station is being constructed in Russey Keo district to add to the existing 14 stations to relieve flooding in some areas of Phnom Penh.
Officials from the Drainage Unit of the Phnom Penh Municipal Department of Public Works and Transport are prepared to respond immediately should heavy rain cause flooding due to blocked drains and sewers. Men Sokkheng, director of the unit, said on March 22 that officials were always ready to remove rubbish from the mouths of the sewers and pump out the water to avoid flooding.
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