The Tulsa Trace floodgates in Penal have been dysfunctional for a long time however Government says it did not contribute towards the recent flooding in South Trinidad.
Minister Camille Robinson-Regis says these gates, which prevent saltwater from intruding inland areas, are earmarked for replacement.
However, she indicates why the dysfunctional gates were not contributors to the flooding incident.
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