PROJECTS
Foz-Tua dam emergency plan implementation
An operations point enables remote supervision of the devices and, together with EDP, public information campaigns were carried out
Lafcarr Project & Design carried out the full implementation of the emergency plan for the Foz-Tua dam in Portugal, in collaboration with EDP – Energias de Portugal. The project is part of initiatives to strengthen safety at critical hydraulic infrastructure.
Project objective
The main objective was to set up an effective acoustic warning system enabling a rapid response to possible emergencies and ensuring the safety of the towns downstream of the dam.
System technical features
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Installation of 14 warning sirens: 14 high-power sirens were deployed on the dam crest and at strategic points in the potentially affected areas.
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Remote supervision: an operations point was set up to supervise all devices remotely, enabling efficient, centralised management of the warning system.
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Redundant communication systems: the system runs on GPRS/3G and PMR radio, ensuring signals get through even in adverse conditions.
Geographical coverage
The warning system covers the towns of Carrazeda de Ansiães, São João da Pesqueira, Alijó, Tabuaço, Sabrosa, Armamar, Peso da Régua and Lamego, providing broad, effective coverage of the potentially affected areas.
Collaboration with EDP and public outreach
Together with EDP, awareness campaigns were run for local residents, explaining how the warning system works and what to do in an emergency, strengthening the culture of risk prevention and response.
Lafcarr's commitment to critical infrastructure safety
This project reflects Lafcarr Project & Design's commitment to the safety and wellbeing of communities, providing advanced technology solutions for risk management at critical infrastructure.
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