Have you noticed the recent surge in gold prices?
In the vibrant city of Osaka, Japan, one generous individual took notice and decided to make a remarkable contribution to his community.
The city’s mayor and his team were completely astonished when they found out that an anonymous resident had donated 21 kilograms of gold bars to help address the urgent need for repairs to Osaka’s aging municipal water pipes.
Constructed during the post-war economic boom, approximately 160 miles of municipal water piping is in dire need of replacement. While the cost of these repairs exceeds the value of the gold, the selfless act of this private citizen left the city’s government deeply moved and honored.
“It’s an incredible amount, and I was at a loss for words,” shared Mayor Hideyuki Yokoyama. “Addressing the issue of aging water pipes requires significant investment, and I cannot express enough gratitude for this donation.”
In a statement from Yokoyama’s office, they assured that they would diligently respect the donor’s request for the funds to be directed specifically toward replacing the water pipes.
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At current market rates, the 21 kilograms of gold could be valued at approximately 560 million Japanese yen, which is enough to replace about 1.2 miles of piping.
As the third-largest city in Japan, Osaka has recorded around 92 instances of pipe leakages, some of which have caused sinkholes to develop along the city’s streets.
As reported, Osaka’s municipal water system is older than those in many other cities, leading to a more pressing need for updates and repairs.
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