The dam manager in Lubachów, Lower Silesia, decided to importantly increase the discharge of water from the reservoir. This is simply a key preventive action to defend the surrounding areas from possible flooding in the face of the coming intense rainfall. The decision was made due to worrying weather forecasts for the region.
Currently, the dam, officially known as the Water Dam in Zagórze Śląski, is being dropped 4.5 meters of cubic water per second. As reported by Ignacy Michałowski, the situation is monitored, and the increased discharge is to prepare the tank for taking large amounts of rainwater.
Why is there a decision about a bigger drop?
The main reason for the decision to increase the water discharge is the current forecasts of the synoptics. According to their predictions, in the immediate vicinity of Dzierżoniów, where the dam and Lake Bystrzyckie are located, it may fall even up to 70 mm of rain. specified intense rainfall is simply a real flood hazard in the short term.
In view of these forecasts, the region has already been issued 2. degree of informing against precipitation. expanding water discharge is simply a standard procedure in specified situations. It aims to lower the water level in the retention tank so that it can absorb excess water from the Bystrica river powered by rains, minimising the hazard of exceeding the safe level and uncontrolled spillage.
What does increased flow mean for residents?
The immediate consequence of the increased drop is rising water levels and expanding flow in the riverbed Bystrica below the barrier. Although the action is preventive, increased flow can lead to local sub-melting in areas straight adjacent to the river, especially in places of lower position.
That is why residents of respective districts in Lower Silesia have already received RCB Alert. The informing took the inhabitants of the territory of Dzierżoniowski (near Bystrzycki Lake), as well as Kłodzki and szerkowice. This alert aims to inform the public of the possible threat and encourage caution and follow up on further messages.
Response of authorities and preparation of services
The situation is taken seriously by the provincial authorities. Dolnośląska Voivodeship Anna Żabska organised a conference with emergency management services and representatives of territory crisis management centres (PCZK) from threatened areas.
During the meeting, the current situation and preparedness were discussed in the event of a deterioration. peculiar attention was paid to supply of flood materials, specified as sandbags and sleeves, and the condition and readiness of communication systems which are essential in coordinating rescue operations. Communication problems during the floods in September were mentioned, which underlines the importance of this component of preparation.
Dam in Lubachów (Zagórze Śląski) – key information
The water dam on the Bystrica River, forming the picturesque Lake Bystrzyckie, although frequently colloquially called the dam in Lubachów due to its proximity, is officially named Water Dam in Zagórze Śląski. It is an object of historical and strategical importance to the region.
The dam construction was completed in 1917. Its method parameters are: dimension in the crown 230 meters, width at the base reaching 29 metres and awesome tallness 44 metres. It plays a key function in the Lower Silesia flood protection strategy and is besides a tourist attraction.
The current activities of the dam manager are a direct consequence to the rapidly changing weather situation. Increased water discharge is simply a essential preventive step in the face of projected, very intense rainfall. The residents of the districts covered by the RCB Alert should take peculiar care, avoid being in the immediate vicinity of the river and follow authoritative emergency services messages. The situation is monitored and the applicable services stay on alert.
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A VIEW message for 3 counties in Lower Silesia. The dam increases the water drop.
