Lower Silesia is one of three regions where a state of natural disaster was declared due to flooding. KGHM has its plants in this region. Some of the plants are even located near rivers. However, the Management Board of KGHM Polska Miedź issued a statement in which it assured that “there is no threat to the production chain in any of the KGHM Divisions”.
KGHM reassures: We are safe
“The Polish Copper Plants are operating without disruptions and are safe” – it was assured in announcement. Security staffs have been set up in the riverside branches. They are analyzing conditions and are in contact with local governments and the services responsible for the flood situation in the region.
Concerns were raised in particular by Żelazny Most, the largest post-flotation waste tank in Europe, owned by KGHM. It was assured that its operation was constantly monitored. “The water level in the tank is safe and below the level that would indicate any risk of failure,” the company reassured.
KGHM donates sand and water to flood-affected towns
“The Management Board of KGHM is constantly verifying its actions in the context of the flood situation and is making ongoing decisions regarding Polska Miedź's assets and support for local government units,” we read in the release.
According to information provided to the media, the Legnica Copper Smelter has donated 40 tons of sand, bags and equipment for transporting them to help local residents. At KGHM branches, employees can also donate basic necessities to people affected by the disaster. In turn, Uzdrowiska Kłodzkie will donate Staropolanka water to flood victims and services in the Kłodzko district.