Plant overgrowth can reduce a channel s capacity to carry flood flows and often needs to be torn out. In dry years, plant growth can also pose a fire hazard. Levees need to be reinforced, creeks and culverts cleared, fences repaired, gates and barriers maintained, fallen trees removed, and trash cleaned up. When rains are heavy, the emergency operation center gears up, relaying information to the city, fire and police departments, and the media. We also repair damage around the clock, provide free sandbags, and help ensure water flows as quickly as possible through to the Bay.
Frogs are fine but flood protection for humans is more important.
District projects offer both flood protection and environmental protection. In the past, projects straightened creeks and lined them with concrete. It s a win-win situation for humans and frogs. For the first time, we have allocated funds specifically for environmental protection and restoration, as well as creating trails and open spaces for everyone to enjoy. Those are above and beyond what we normally do in conjunction with a flood protection project.