Gov’t directs sub-counties to set up flood emergency response centres
The government has directed all sub-counties across the country to establish emergency response and assistance centres to mitigate the impact of ongoing heavy rains and floods...
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The Kenyan government has ordered all sub-counties to establish immediate flood emergency response centres to manage the escalating impact of ongoing heavy rains and floods across the country.
- Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku directed the creation of these centres, emphasizing the need for prompt information on affected households.
- Every sub-county is mandated to set up a public information desk and emergency response centre with rapid response stations in every division.
- Kenyans are urged to exercise caution on roads and avoid crossing swollen rivers, especially in counties like Nairobi City County, which has experienced significant flooding.
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