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17,000 People Displaced by Floods in Tana River County

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 8 May 2020.

On May 8, 2020, a devastating flood hit Tana River County, displacing over 17,000 people and flooding thousands of acres of farmland.

The humanitarian crisis has left many residents without access to basic necessities, including food and shelter.

According to reports, the flood was caused by the overflowing of the Tana River, which has resulted in widespread destruction and displacement.

The Kenyan government and humanitarian organizations are working together to provide aid and support to those affected by the flood.

Watch a video report on the flood.

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