NDMO warns the public of floods
Friday, January 25, 2008
"Given the forecast, the district commissioners who are responsible for managing floods in their respective localities have been urged to be alert and report such incidents to the National Disaster Management offices," he said.
Moyo revealed that so far, they have received reports of a few cases from Mochudi, Maun, Palapye and Tati Siding areas, which were affected by flooding. He added that the affected households were accordingly assisted with relief supplies. He said at least 20 houses in Palapye, 30 in Maun and 12 houses in Mochudi have been affected. He said in some affected districts victims have been provided with temporary structures.
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