Uganda Red Cross Society reported on 29 May, 2019 that at least 8 people have died in recent flash flooding in the country.
The fatalities occurred in the areas of Kikajjo, Lubowa and Lufuka in the south of Kampala after heavy rain from 26 May. Uganda Red Cross said that over 500 households were affected in the area, adding:
“The flash floods have had a devastating effect on the lives of people, livestock, businesses, household items and has affected human settlement. Many people have been displaced while others have had to move to neighboring villages for shelter with relatives and close friends. Schools too have been affected and this has an impact on the education of children in the affected areas.”
Red Cross said they have provided tents and blankets to those displaced from their homes.
A weather station in Jinja, an area to the north of the city, recorded 57mm of rain in 24 hours to 26 May. Further heavy rain has fallen since then, with Jinja recording 54mm of rain to 29 May.
Elsewhere in the country, heavy rain affected parts of Western Region of Uganda from around 23 May. On 24 May Uganda Red Cross said that “districts like Kasese have seen water levels rising, causing flooding in some places. Our emergency response teams are closely monitoring the situation.”
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#floods around Kampala have left over 500 house holds affected. @UgandaRedCross has completed the assessment, established needs of people and emmergency response has started. #Kampalafloods @KCCAUG @IFRCAfrica @opmdpm @MinofHealthUG pic.twitter.com/1M65QldXeT
— Irene Nakasiita (@inakasiita1) May 27, 2019
Our Communications and PR Coord @inakasiita1 in the field to bring us updates about the flash floods affected areas in and around Kampala. #Makindye #floods @IFRCAfrica @opmdpm @AggreyNyondwa @pokot7 @BrianBilalK1 @CorButler pic.twitter.com/Wns9eqoNC9
— Uganda Red Cross Soc (@UgandaRedCross) May 27, 2019
Heavy rains around Kampala have left many people stranded. Our rescue teams are offering life saving and emmergency rescue services. #Makindye @IFRCAfrica @OPMUganda @UgandaPolice @pokot7 @inakasiita1 pic.twitter.com/TwfOWDx4qU
— Uganda Red Cross Soc (@UgandaRedCross) May 27, 2019
Heavy rains in Kampala have affected over 500 families in Makindye division. Flash floods have swept away people's property and destroyed livelihoods.
We have established tents to accomodate those who have no where to sleep.
Children more at risk of infections and death. pic.twitter.com/wo6oYmQfS7— Uganda Red Cross Soc (@UgandaRedCross) May 27, 2019
