El nino Tragedy hits again: Rescue efforts ongoing as boat capsizes in Migori.
El nino tragedy hits again: On Monday, December 4, 2023, the Kenya Red cross Kenya announced that One person has been missing after a boat capsized in River Migori in Matanda, Migori County.
Red cross notified the public that five people had been rescued while rescue efforts were ongoing for the missing person.
Red cross stated,”Early this morning, a boat capsized at River Migori in Matanda. Thanks to the quick response and support from the community, five individuals were successfully rescued.”
“Unfortunately, one person remains missing. The Kenya Red Cross and the County Government have mobilized additional divers for continued search and retrieval efforts,” they added.
Else where in Voi, Voi River burst its banks, causing floods in villages within Voi Town.
Red cross stated,”The Kenya Red Cross is on-site, conducting search and rescue operations for families marooned by the rising waters,”
A communique from the Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura, stated that the rainfall is expected to continue over the Southern parts of the country, with a reduction in intensity and coverage over the Northern parts of the country.
He also highlighted the government’s efforts of putting up additional camps to accommodate the growing number of displaced individuals.
He stated,”Daadab refugee camp has borne a heavy toll, with approximately 6,000 people displaced as Dahagute, Ito, and Hagadera areas have been submerged. Similarly, in Kakuma refugee camp, 352 people have been displaced, and their houses washed away.”
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