HomaBay County Executive Member for Public Health, Roseline Omollo, has warned residents against possible water borne diseases due to ongoing El Nino urging them to safeguard their children during this holiday season.
Speaking at the Kenya Primary Schools Heads Association Annual General Meeting, she emphasized the risk posed to school children on an extended holiday, cautioning against leaving them unattended near flooding rivers.
Omollo further highlighted the adverse effects of heavy rains, including the proliferation of disease-carrying mosquitoes and the potential for cold-related illnesses like pneumonia.
“Parents should provide warm clothing for their children and repair leaking latrines that contaminate rivers,” she stressed.
Additionally, Omollo revealed comprehensive plans devised by the government, led by Governor Gladys Wanga, to mitigate risks during the prolonged rainy season.
She also encouraged residents to store excess water in large tanks for future use during dry seasons.
“There are ongoing sensitization programs, particularly for those residing along Lake Victoria’s shores, urging them to relocate to higher ground to avoid flooding,” Omollo underscored.
She assured that over 40,000 residents in the Simbi Nyaima region of their safety, with designated schools, churches, and administrative centers equipped with basic facilities and evacuation kits.
Omollo commended the partnership between the Governor’s office and aid agencies such as UNICEF and the Red Cross, which have provided evacuation kits and promised assistance from experts if heavy rains persist.
By Enock Okong’o
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