- Ljungby Energy has assessed that the construction must be strengthened in order for the pressure on the wall to be so high. We will help them with pumping capacity, says Carl Håkansson, rescue manager.
Wooden stands have now been built inside the building to keep the walls from collapsing. Should the walls not be able to withstand the pressure, the water could enter the electric power plant.
On Sunday afternoon, the municipality announced that they are continuously working on picking up trees, boats and other things to ensure that water flow is not stopped in the river Lagan. In addition, excavation is performed in Hamneda to prevent the bridge from adversely affecting the flow.
- We collaborate with several players both within the organization and outside, including with the Armed Forces, says Carl Håkansson
High water flowsOn Wednesday, SMHI issued a Class 2 warning for Ronnebyån, Mörrumsån and parts of Lagan. Since then, the water has continued to rise, as a consequence of unusually much rainfall lately.
According to SMHI, a Class 2 warning means very inclement weather that "can pose a danger to the public, major material damage and major disruptions in important social functions".
In the municipality of Ljungby, the rescue service has taken help from the Swedish Armed Forces to monitor important infrastructure from flooding The rescue service in Ljungby yesterday issued a warning to the public to prepare for any flooding.
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