Following the destructive flood in the Elenite seaside resort on October 3, which severely damaged infrastructure and claimed four victims, the aftermath has revealed not only the scale of the damage but also longstanding construction violations.
Beneath the glossy facades of the hotels, authorities discovered illegal river modifications, missing documentation, and homeowners left without any guarantee for their properties.
The Minister of Regional Development confirmed that illegal construction under the “Negresco” hotel had altered the river’s natural course, contributing to the flooding.
Author's summary: Flash floods in Elenite expose construction violations.