The government has been urged to build dykes along River Nyamasaria to control perennial flooding, especially during the rainy season.
According to Businessman and Kisumu Central politician Joshua Oron, dykes should be part of the long-term strategies to control floods and prevent disaster in Nyalenda which results to huge loses and displacement of families from their homes.
More than 400 families were affected by the recent floods Kapuothe and Nyalenda slums. A total of 300 households were affected after River Nyamasaria broke its banks following heavy rains in the past two weeks. Water backflow from Lake Victoria and overflow from Wigwa and Alewora rivers also caused flooding. Most of the houses were partially submerged, prompting families to camp in schools and high grounds.
Permanent solution to floods
Crops and livestock were also affected, as well as learning institutions in Nyalenda. More than five schools were flooded and learners have had to wade through waters to attended classes. Affected areas included Dunga along Lake Victoria.
Dr. Oron suggests that bigger and stronger dykes should be constructed to offer a permanent solution to floods, which normally occur when River Nyamasaria bursts its banks. He also urged the government to consider allocating money to carry out feasibility study and construction of the dykes.
โI will work closely with the county and national government to offer a solution to the problemโ, said Mr. Oron.
