Ajman:Ajman Municipality and Planning Department has completed its preparations for the rainy season, deploying 82 pumps, 15 tankers, and 14 field teams as part of an integrated plan to enhance infrastructure efficiency and the readiness of stormwater drainage networks and stations.
According to Wam, the plan aims to accelerate water drainage, maintain smooth traffic flow, and safeguard community members during adverse weather conditions. Mohammed Ahmed bin Omair Al Muhairi, Executive Director of the Infrastructure Development Sector, inspected stormwater drainage stations with Abdullah Mustafa Al Marzouqi, Director of the Roads and Infrastructure Department, and other specialists to review operational readiness and technical preparations.
Al Muhairi emphasized that the preparations form part of the department's ongoing efforts to develop the emirate's stormwater drainage system, enhance infrastructure efficiency, and strengthen field readiness. The 14 field teams consist of 60 engineers and specialists, along with 173 workers, operating under preparedness and field-response plans to ensure rapid handling of reports and emergency situations.
Ajman's stormwater drainage system currently includes 29 stations, which is set to increase to 32 by the end of 2026. The drainage network length stood at 81.65 kilometers at the end of 2025 and is expected to reach 89.3 kilometers by the end of 2026, enhancing network capacity and efficiency.
Preventive maintenance is ongoing on approximately 18,500 stormwater drainage inlets to improve water flow and reduce potential obstructions during rainfall. Development projects include the City Centre Roads Development Project, enhancements to the stormwater drainage station on Sheikh Zayed Street, and construction of a new station in Al Safia on Abu Musa Island Street.
The department is coordinating with various entities, including the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, Ajman Police General Headquarters, Ajman Civil Defence General Directorate, Etihad Water and Electricity, and Ajman Sewerage, to ensure readiness and effective responses to weather-related emergencies. Residents and visitors are urged to follow instructions issued by competent authorities during adverse weather conditions.