Government urges Tana River residents to move to safe areas

The government is sounding the alarm in Tana River County, warning residents in flood-prone areas to move to safer grounds, as heavy rains continue to pound the region. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, also cautioned locals against crossing swollen rivers and bridges, stressing that lives are at risk as the weather forecast points to even more rainfall in the coming weeks. Speaking in Hola after distributing relief food, Ruku announced that disaster response management committees have been set up in every sub-county, to act swiftly during emergencies. He noted that the food aid will help families struggling with hunger during the Holy Month of Ramadhan, even as flooding continues to affect several parts of the country.