- EDITORIAL BRIEF: The heavy rains in Kisumu have caused devastating floods that have displaced hundreds of families. The floods have led to the overflowing of rivers, which has left families stranded in their homes. The local authorities are working tirelessly to evacuate those affected and save their livestock. The Kenya Red Cross Society has been called upon to provide humanitarian aid to the affected families. The situation is dire, and urgent help is needed to alleviate the suffering of the affected families. So where are Raila’s priorities?
Since last week, the Kisumu region has been experiencing heavy rainfall that has led to hundreds of families being displaced. The families from Nyalenda, Nyamasaria, and Manyatta have had to endure cold nights after rivers overflowed, rendering their homes uninhabitable. The rivers affected by the floods are River Auji, Wigwa, and Nyamasaria, which drain into Lake Victoria. Unfortunately, the heavy rains have caused these rivers to burst their banks, leading to the flooding.
As a result of the flooding, people have been stranded in their homes, with houses submerged in water. The situation is dire, and efforts are underway to evacuate those who have been marooned. The local authorities are working tirelessly to save the lives of the affected people and their livestock. Evacuation efforts began on Monday, and those rescued have been temporarily accommodated in local schools and churches on higher ground.
The situation is dire, and the local elders have appealed to the Kenya Red Cross Society for quick intervention. The Red Cross is expected to offer much-needed humanitarian aid to the affected families. The humanitarian aid will go a long way in alleviating the suffering of those affected.
The Kisumu floods have caused untold suffering to families, who have lost their homes and property. The situation has been compounded by the fact that the affected families have been forced to sleep in the cold. The temporary shelter offered in local schools and churches will not be sufficient, and more help is needed.
