More than one hundred families in Raiya and Chebirir villages have been displaced after Nyangores River, situated in Bomet County burst its banks.
The residents woke up to find their homes engulfed by flood waters from the swollen river.
In response, a multi-agency team comprising Red Cross personnel and security officers swiftly initiated evacuation efforts to ensure the safety of affected families.
A temporary shelter has been established in Raiya village to accommodate over 50 displaced families.
County Commissioner Dr. Omar Ahmed led the evacuation operation, reassuring the families that they were relocated to secure locations away from the flooded areas.
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“Families living along river Nyangores have been evacuated immediately and relocated to nearby churches. Efforts are underway to supply them with food and non-food items through the Red Cross.”
Members of the Red Cross, along with disaster management officers from the County Government, navigated the flooded areas in boats, rescuing trapped children and women from marooned homes.
In Chebirir village, several families, totaling over 40 individuals, were evacuated as flood waters crept upon their homes. These families have found temporary refuge at Chebiri Primary School.
Chief Officer of Public Health and Medical Services Felix Langat warned of potential waterborne disease outbreaks due to the heavy rains.
He emphasized the need for preventive measures, including distributing mosquito nets to mitigate the risk of malaria.
Elsewhere, rescue operations are ongoing to move families to higher ground after the River Nyando broke its banks, submerging them in floods.
A joint team of Kenya Red Cross personnel, Kenya Coast Guard Services, St John's Ambulance, and Kisumu Fire Department use boats to access the submerged villages.
Villages like Kathoo, Obiayo, Tura, Okanja, Panadol, etc., are the worst hit, with many trapped in their homes waiting for rescue.
