Amidst rain, sun, and rainbows, the Resilience Day gathered young and old on Saturday, October 17th, at the Léo Malet cultural center in Mireval. This day of awareness, discovery, and sharing aimed to address issues related to floods and climate change in the region. Nearly 80 people participated in activities and explored stands offered by the Syndicat Mixte du Bassin de Thau (SMBT), Sète agglopôle méditerranée, CPIE, and ARDAM. Games, models, and discussions with speakers facilitated a playful approach to flood prevention. A snack area, run by a local association, was also very popular.
Children from schools involved in the Educarisk program were numerous to collect their educational booklet. Families and elected officials witnessed the awareness-raising work carried out in a friendly atmosphere, discovering the educational tools financed by the State.
In the late afternoon, Robert André, mayor of Mireval, presented aerial images recently taken by Simon Nancy of « En Haut », which helped to better understand Mireval's geographical configuration and its exposure to flood risk. The mayor shared his memories of significant floods in the late 1980s and experiences from several residents, emphasizing the importance of remembering past events to better anticipate future ones.
The evening continued with remarks from Thierry Baëza, president of the SMBT, and Robert André, mayor of Mireval, before the performance of Les Petits Touts by Blabla Productions, presented by Scopie. Thierry Baëza highlighted the importance of developing a common culture of resilience and acting collectively to prepare for the future. Over 120 spectators enjoyed this object circus performance.
The day concluded with a convivial moment offered by the SMBT and the City of Mireval. This 5th edition marks the end of a week of meetings, conferences, and activities, made possible by the mobilization of numerous partners.
