Faced with the growing threat of marine submersion, the town of Lège-Cap Ferret has decided to bring out the… inflatable artillery! As high tides approach, the FlowStop solution, in partnership with Wave Bumper, is proving to be an innovative and effective response to protect oyster huts.
A Tailor-Made Innovation for a Dangerous Coastline
In Claouey, 13 FlowStop inflatable barriers were deployed this week. Their quick installation allows the oyster huts to be protected while enabling professionals to continue working and living with peace of mind.
How do these inflatable barriers work?
- The upper section inflates first, securing FlowStop laterally.
- The lower section then inflates, ensuring ground sealing and preventing water infiltration.
This ingenious design guarantees effective protection in just a few minutes—an invaluable asset for oyster farmers and merchants who cannot afford to halt their activities due to rising waters.
A Winning Partnership: FlowStop and Wave Bumper
Wave Bumper is a removable protection dike that complements FlowStop’s flood barriers in the Arcachon Basin.
An Inspiring Example
This initiative could serve as a model for other coastal villages facing rising sea levels. By testing these new measures on public land, the municipality is paving the way for better marine submersion risk management while preserving the local economy and oyster farming tradition.
To learn more about this innovation, watch the full TVBA TV Bassin d’Arcachon report titled “Lège-Cap Ferret Innovates Against Marine Submersion”: Watch the video here.
