Romanian President Inspects Dam Works In Flood-Prone E Romania

Local authorities told the president works are not advancing at a faster pace because some of the locals refuse expropriations. Local authorities also said works have been started for a 1.8-kilometer section of the dam, adding only half the money needed for the section has been received from the Environment Ministry.

„I found a minister order of December last year disbursing the money for a 18-kilometer dam,” Basescu said, adding he would keep a close eye on dam works because he promised locals they would be protected from future floods.

The president left Saucesti to inspect sewage works in Bogdan Voda, eastern Romania.