The tailings pond at the East Montgomery Mines, Linden has collapsed resulting in flooding which is affecting residents living in the area.
Deron Adams, Chairman of Region Ten (Upper Demerara-Upper Berbice), told Stabroek News last night that he received reports at about 9.30 pm yesterday that the tailings pond at the Mines had collapsed. He said that a resident has told him that her home had been completely washed away and he was informed that the water is flooding the Three Friends Mines and Maria Elizabeth.
He said that he has not yet visited the site but that a team has been sent out to inspect the damage. He also said that he has contacted the Linden Electricity Company to have the electricity in the area cut off as it poses a threat amidst the flood.
Meanwhile, the Region 10 Disaster Preparedness and Relief Committee says it is monitoring the situation and officials from the Civil Defence Commission and the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority have been informed.
Region 10 has seen severe flooding from heavy rain.
