Following the spectacular recovery of water reserves, the Riudecanyes reservoir experienced a significant moment when, shortly after 8:00 AM, the floodgates were opened. This action, mandatory for maintenance, became a visual spectacle that attracted many local residents.
“"It is a maneuver we have to do every year for maintenance, although it had been a long time since we did it with water."
The water was released with great pressure, but the impact on the reservoir level was minimal. According to records, the level dropped slightly from 100% to 99.5%. Prats added that the natural overflow system ensures that reaching 100% does not pose any problem.
“"It conveys great tranquility to us to see the reservoir in this state."
The mayor of Riudecanyes, Ernest Roigé, highlighted the importance of this situation, especially considering that the municipality is supplied entirely by the reservoir and suffered various problems with drinking water salubrity during the years of drought.
