Provincial
Storm wrecks havoc in Kisumu
A storm that hit Kisumu town on Friday night destroyed buildings, roads and power lines. Ministry of Lands buildings had their roofs and walls destroyed after trees uprooted by the winds fell on them.
The storm that lasted for about two hours, also fell trees near the provincial police headquarters, blocking Nehru Road, which leads to the police station. According to residents interviewed by KNA, the storm started at around 6.30pm.
Blocked roads
Roads leading to the Kisumu East DC’s office and Maseno University Plaza were also blocked by the fallen trees. Kisumu Municipal Council workers had a hectic time removing telephone booths, cutting the fallen trees, and clearing the roads.
A boda boda cyclist who was interviewed, said they were finding it difficult to operate as usual because most of the roads in the town were blocked. A family neighbouring the local DC’s residence was counting losses after the roof of their house and their saloon car were damaged by a huge tree.
About two weeks ago, another storm struck the town, causing damage to business premises including the ultra modern Nakumatt Mega City Plaza. Meanwhile, Nyanza Provincial Commissioner Francis Mutie has advised people staying in flood prone lowlands to move to higher grounds to avoid loss of lives and property in the event of a heavy downpour.
Mr Mutie said evacuation centres have been identified, adding that relief support for those who may be affected by the expected El Nino rains will be offered by the government and other agencies.
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