Summary:
- The storm, which lasted for an hour, left residents of Nyamigenda village without shelter, damaging four homes, one school, and crops including beans, maize, onions, and Irish potatoes.
KISORO: Several residents from four homesteads in Chanika Town Council, Kisoro District, are homeless following a heavy downpour on Sunday evening that destroyed their houses.
The storm, which lasted for an hour, left residents of Nyamigenda village without shelter, damaging four homes, one school, and crops including beans, maize, onions, and Irish potatoes.
Joseph Karasira, the LC1 Chairperson of Nyamigenda Village in Kirimiro Ward, Chanika Town Council, explained that the area is prone to heavy rains accompanied by strong winds, which have become a recurring problem. This weather phenomenon often leads to food shortages as gardens are repeatedly destroyed.
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Erasmus Sanyu, the Mayor of Chanika Town Council, acknowledged the widespread damage caused by the rains, which have left homes, crops, and a school in ruins. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported. He assured residents that the council would gather detailed information on the damage and submit it to the Kisoro Resident District Commissioner (RDC) and the Disaster Preparedness office for further assistance.
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Hon. Akifeza Grace Ngabirano, the Kisoro District Woman Member of Parliament-elect, called on local leaders to unite and provide urgent support to the affected residents. She emphasized her commitment to working closely with Kisoro District leaders to assist the damaged school and affected families, stressing the importance of prioritizing schools to ensure the education and future of the children in the community.
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