• With more than 600 kilometres of rivers at risk of flooding and the growing threat of droughts, the Miño-Sil River Basin Authority (CHMS) has launched an ambitious plan to improve water management.

The Miño-Sil River Basin Authority (CHMS) has announced a budget of 52.8 million euros for 2025, an increase of 9.72% over the previous year. This increase will allow further progress to be made on key projects, such as the Special Drought Plan and flood risk management. In 2023, investment in measures under the current hydrological plan has already reached 82 million euros, with 18% progress in implementation.

The new Special Drought Plan, which will be the third in the demarcation, includes specific measures to mitigate the effects of water shortages, which are becoming increasingly frequent due to climate change. Among its new features, it identifies six priority areas within the demarcation, as well as incorporating studies by organisations such as CEDEX and the IPCC. The plan also establishes clear indicators to assess the situation and take measures adapted to each scenario.

More than 600 kilometres of rivers at risk of flooding

The CHMS has updated its Preliminary Flood Risk Assessment, identifying 618.99 kilometres of rivers with significant risk in the Miño-Sil basin. Of these, 33.84 kilometres have increased their risk rating with respect to the previous cycle and 15.92 kilometres are included as new priority areas. These data are essential for planning actions to reduce environmental and social damage in the event of flooding.

Since 21 December and until 20 June 2025, citizens can participate in the hydrological planning process for the 2028-2033 cycle. Interested parties have the opportunity to submit proposals, observations or suggestions that help to define a more sustainable model for water management in the demarcation.

With these initiatives, the CHMS aims to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability and water security, inviting administrations and citizens to collaborate in building a more resilient future.