A traditional leader in Kawambwa District has called on the government to provide relief to families affected by floods in Chitondo Kapemfu area in Chief Munkanta\u2019s chiefdom.<\/p>\n
Sub-Chief Chitondo explains that heavy and continuous rain being experienced in the area has caused widespread flooding, leaving many homes submerged.<\/p>\n
ZANIS reports that Sub-Chief Chitondo disclosed that the situation has forced several families to leave their houses and seek shelter in safer places.<\/p>\n
The traditional leader observed that consequently affected families are now facing many challenges, including lack of shelter, food, sanitation, and safe drinking water.<\/p>\n
” This situation in my area is worrying, especially for women, children and the elderly. I’m appealing to the government and other well-wishers to urgently provide relief items such as food, tents, and clean water to help the displaced families,” Sub-Chief Chitondo said.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, District Commissioner, Godfrey Chilambwe said government is aware of the flooding situation in the area, adding that arrangements to respond to the problem have advanced.<\/p>\n
Mr Chilambwe said the local authority is working on measures to assist the affected families.<\/p>\n
The DC has also advised people living in flood-prone areas, such as Kuyumba Village and nearby communities, to follow safety guidelines to avoid accidents during the period of heavy rains.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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