Leguan flooding receding slowly

Emergency works at Louisiana, Leguan (GINA photo)

Floodwater from overtopping and breaches in sections of the Essequibo River island of Leguan was receding slowly yesterday as residents expressed frustration at the continuing problem at almost each spring tide.

According to the Government Information Agency (GINA), sections of the sea defence on the island at the villages of Louisiana and Success failed during the spring tide on Friday.

The island has experienced flooding in recent years as a result of