Frasconi, Problema politico della manutenzione richiede nuova cultura
Lorenzo Frasconi, an engineer with nearly 25 years of experience as a public works and civil protection manager, reflects on the recent disaster caused by heavy rain in Italy. He emphasizes that the intensity of the rainfall was unprecedented, but there are also other issues to consider. One problem is the difficulty in keeping riverbeds clean, as sediment accumulates and reduces their capacity, increasing the risk of flooding or breaches in the banks. Frasconi believes that the high costs of disposing the sediment make it almost impossible to carry out this necessary task. He also mentions the importance of maintaining sewers and drains, as even a small obstruction can cause problems. Frasconi argues that both individuals and the government need to adopt a new “culture” of maintenance and take responsibility for the existing infrastructure. He expresses skepticism about the effectiveness of constructing new infrastructure without proper maintenance and highlights the importance of managing and maintaining existing structures such as underpasses. Frasconi had previously expressed concerns about the Soccorso underpass project, which has also raised environmental impact considerations. Despite facing multiple investigations and trials during his tenure as a municipal official, he has always been acquitted. Frasconi concludes by remarking on the complexities of the Italian justice system.
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