**New Risk Atlas Highlights Active Landslides: Civil Protection**
The newly updated Risk Atlas for the city highlights recent landslides that have emerged over the past decade. According to José Luis Jiménez, the Director of Municipal Civil Protection, there are now 12 additional active landslides that were not present a decade ago, bringing the total to 53 historical landslides affecting Tijuana. This updated atlas is expected to serve as an essential tool given the ongoing social and economic dynamics in the region, which frequently encounters issues like informal urban development and the arrival of new residents unfamiliar with local land conditions.
“We face challenges such as self-built homes and migrations where people settle without fully understanding the risks involved,” Jiménez stated. He also mentioned the influence of natural phenomena on the city, prompting the inclusion of meteorological factors in the atlas update to identify areas most at risk from extreme weather events, such as flash floods and landslides.
The revision of the Risk Atlas began during the previous municipal administration in collaboration with various governmental agencies. Its completion aims to guide urban planning and help mitigate risk in rapidly urbanizing areas that were nonexistent a decade ago.
**Secondary Article: Preventive Measures Ahead of Rainy Season**
As the rainy season approaches, civil protection authorities are ramping up preventive measures in high-risk areas. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to minimize potential damage to properties and ensure the safety of residents, particularly in regions identified by the Risk Atlas as prone to landslides and flooding.
The initiative includes clearing drainage systems, reinforcing vulnerable slopes, and conducting awareness campaigns to prepare communities. Authorities are urging residents to stay informed about the risks and to adhere to safety guidelines provided by emergency services.
In anticipation of severe weather, the city is also collaborating with state and federal agencies to develop evacuation plans and establish temporary shelters for those who may need to be relocated. These combined efforts highlight the importance of proactive risk management in safeguarding the city’s infrastructure and its residents.