Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has issued a directive to residents living near 178 dams to vacate with immediate effect or suffer forced eviction.
In a statement on Thursday, CS Kindiki announced that persons living in flood-prone areas are required to vacate their areas by 6.30 pm on Friday, May 3, 2024.
“All persons residing contiguous to the dams and water reservoirs are ordered to vacate the said areas immediately and in any case, within 24 Hours effective today, failing which they will be subjected to mandatory evacuation for their safety,” Kindiki said
Affected individuals have been assured temporary shelter, as well as food and essential supplies, provided by the government to support them.
The government has confirmed 178 dams that are currently considered as a threat to their neighborhoods as they have already or nearly filled up.
The evacuation process is set to happen between 6:00 AM and 6:30 PM to ensure the safety of both residents and response teams.
Government Issues Urgent Evacuation Orders for Residents near 178 Dams