This archive report was first published on 8 December 2019.
December 8, 2019
Heavy rainfall has left dozens of villages in Nakuru County at risk of being submerged, with thousands of people staring at displacement.
The red alert was issued after several dams within the county were found to have filled up, forcing excess water into people's homes.
According to the Nakuru County department of Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance, over 20 dams have filled beyond capacity and may not withstand the force of waters therein, putting many lives and property at risk.
Notable dams in this category include Nyondia dam in Naivasha, Jika dam in Gilgil, and Visoi dam in Rongai.
The disaster management team is, however, expressing confidence in its capacity to deal with the situation that may arise as a result.
Elsewhere, residents of Budalangi in Busia County have been urged to plant Bamboo trees in a bid to prevent flooding that is rampant in the area.
The weatherman warns of more rains this week in several parts of the country, with high intensity expected in Narok County.
