HORTATORY TEXT "Gazing Into the Future: Planned Solutions to Address Floods in Semarang City"

Floods are a serious problem that continues to threaten the city of Semarang every rainy season. Every year, thousands of houses are inundated, infrastructure is damaged, and the lives of residents are disrupted due to this disaster. Therefore, decisive and well-planned steps need to be taken to address this flood problem. First and foremost, there is a need to improve the drainage system in Semarang. A good drainage system will be able to accommodate high rainfall and prevent waterlogging on the streets. Regular cleaning and the development of an efficient drainage system should be a priority for the government in addressing the flood problem. Education and socialization to the community also need to be increased. Educational programs on how to deal with floods, appropriate evacuation measures, and how to prepare before the rainy season can reduce the negative impact of floods on the community. Equally impo...