Dispute over storm-destroyed dam in Talsi region

Although the water level at the breached mill dam on the Dursupe River in Talsi region has dropped, residents remain anxious. Citing government regulations on river protection, the Talsi regional council is considering the possibility of not restoring the dam. This has sparked fierce opposition from Balgale parish residents, who strongly disagree and worry that without the dam, the mill pond will become a swamp. The dispute highlights the tension between environmental regulations and local interests. The council emphasizes that any decision must comply with rules aimed at restoring natural river flow, while residents argue that preserving the dam is essential to maintain the current landscape and prevent ecological changes. Further discussions are expected to find a compromise.