Seawalls and Beyond Volunteers

15/06/2026

5.8 inches of rain overnight means flooding. Be prepared. Forecast posted 10:15 p.m. Sunday June 14 2026

31/05/2026

(SN Feb 8, 2020)
A total of 34 lives were lost during the flooding. Seven persons died by downing and the rest were attributed to illness arising from the flood. Among the seven who died as a result of drowning were Nicola Alleyne, who was a resident of Friendship and who died after she left home to locate some coconuts; Neezam Ali Dookie and Latchman Muguma, both of whom were found dead by the police; Andy Ramroop, the nephew of Priya Ramroop; and Chatterpaul Persaud, an epileptic, whose body was found floating not far from his home in Lusignan.

Initially, it began in late December, 2004, when torrential rains resulted in serious flooding along Guyana’s coastal region. Some might say it was a sign

31/05/2026

Flood Safety Health Advisory |

If You must enter floodwater, protect yourself.
• Wear protective gear: long boots, gloves, and eye protection.
• Before entering your home, wash feet in a disinfectant foot bath (½ cup bleach in one bucket of water).
• Apply petroleum jelly or oil to exposed skin to help create a protective barrier.
Protect yourself. Reduce your risk of infection.

31/05/2026

With the current rainfall and flooding in Guyana, be alert for leptospirosis.

Floodwater and mud may contain bacteria from rat or animal urine. If you have been exposed and develop fever, headache, red eyes, vomiting, diarrhea, severe body or calf pain, yellow eyes, dark urine, shortness of breath, bleeding, or unusual weakness, seek medical care immediately.

Do not wait.

After flooding, any fever or body pain should be taken seriously.

Early treatment can save lives.

30/05/2026

How much has been spent on drainage in recent years?
"Guyana's drainage budget saw massive increases from 2021-2025, jumping from around $12 billion in 2021 (with $8.4B spent) to $19.7B in 2023, then escalating significantly to $72.3B in 2024 and projected $73B for 2025, focusing on pump stations, canal upgrades, and flood relief, reflecting a major push to combat flooding and enhance agricultural resilience. "
Here's a year-by-year breakdown:
2021: Around $12 billion allocated in the budget, with the Drainage Authority spending approximately $8.4 billion on critical works and emergency relief after severe floods.
2022: An allocation of about $13 billion was set for strengthening drainage systems, including new mobile pumps and infrastructure projects.
2023: The government planned to invest around $19.7 billion for new drainage systems and work to counter flooding.
2024: A significant jump to $72.3 billion was budgeted for maintenance, expansion, and new pump stations.
2025: A substantial $73 billion (part of a $104.6B Agriculture sector budget) is allocated to continue pump station construction and critical drainage works nationwide, as stated by Minister Ashni Singh.
These investments aim to build climate-resilient infrastructure, commission new pump stations, procure equipment, and advance projects in key agricultural regions. "

81.9 Billion has been allocated for drainage for 2026

30/05/2026

The drainage outfalls for Georgetown which empty into the Demerara River are located at: ( #1.) "Forestry" Koker and ( #2.) Cowan Street koker in Kingston; ( #3)Lamaha Street Koker (opposite old train station silted badly and covered with bush; ( #4.)Muneshwers Wharf (questionable if still operational) and ( #5.) John Fernandes Wharf which together are supposed drain the Central Business District of the city; ( #6.)Princes Street; ( #7.)Sussex Street koker; ( #8.) Riverview Koker; ( #9.) Meadowbank koker; ( #10.) Rome; ( #10.) Agricola.
On the northern side, emptying into the Atlantic Ocean are the ( #12) Kitty pump station and ( #13.) Lilendaal Pump Stations.
The big question is, which ones are functional at the moment?
Pumps are intended to supplement the outflow when doors are closed for high tide. An open koker at low tide empties more water than the pumps can.

(May 29, 2026)

17/05/2026

All roads lead to the National Cultural Centre this afternoon for the Ministry of Education's Independence production, The River Remembers.

In celebration of Guyana's 60th Anniversary, students from across the country will take the stage in a powerful theatrical production reflecting on our history, identity, resilience, and journey as a nation.

📍 National Cultural Centre
🕑 2:00 PM
🎟️ Admission is free and the public is invited.

Come out and support the incredible young talent bringing this story to life.