The floodwaters swept through homes, destroying property and school learning materials, leaving many residents stranded and in urgent need of humanitarian support.
Speaking to TUKO.co.ke at Sirende Village, local parent Alfred Juma described the devastating impact of the floods.
Speaking to TUKO.co.ke at Sirende Village, local parent Alfred Juma described the devastating impact of the floods.
“My house is now down. All my belongings, including the school uniforms and children's books, were swept away. Now we are stranded with no place to call home,” he said.
Community Health Promoter Charity Wambasi raised concerns about public health risks following the floods.
Community Health Promoter Charity Wambasi raised concerns about public health risks following the floods.
She warned that collapsed pit latrines had contaminated drinking water, heightening the risk of cholera and other waterborne diseases.
“We are worried because many pit latrines have collapsed, and faeces have mixed with drinking water. We are likely to see a spike in the cases of cholera and other deadly diseases in this area,” Wambasi said.
Former Kapomboi Ward MCA Bernard Wanjala Mlipuko called for immediate humanitarian support from both the national and county governments, as well as from well-wishers. “We are aware that there are funds meant for emergencies.
Former Kapomboi Ward MCA Bernard Wanjala Mlipuko called for immediate humanitarian support from both the national and county governments, as well as from well-wishers. “We are aware that there are funds meant for emergencies.
These people need both food and non-food items as soon as possible. We also need to set up a holding camp to avert loss of lives,” he stated.
Mlipuko further urged the Trans Nzoia County government under Governor George Natembeya to open clogged drainage systems and construct protective dikes along River Sabwani.
Mlipuko further urged the Trans Nzoia County government under Governor George Natembeya to open clogged drainage systems and construct protective dikes along River Sabwani.
He added that the Kaptega, Aseka, and Kapsitwet dams were swollen and at risk of overflowing, highlighting the urgent need for intervention.
Other villages in Kwanza Constituency affected by flooding include Lurare, Liyavo, Kitale Ddogo, Tembelela, and Maliki.
Other villages in Kwanza Constituency affected by flooding include Lurare, Liyavo, Kitale Ddogo, Tembelela, and Maliki.
The Kenya Meteorological Department had predicted heavy rainfall in the area, which contributed to the flooding. Local leaders and residents are appealing for swift action to prevent further damage and protect the affected communities.
As of the latest reports, relief efforts are being coordinated by local authorities and community organizations, with calls for urgent provision of shelter, food, clean water, and medical support for the flood-affected population.
As of the latest reports, relief efforts are being coordinated by local authorities and community organizations, with calls for urgent provision of shelter, food, clean water, and medical support for the flood-affected population.
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