The compounding effect of floods in Kenya | Sylvia Ngahu posted on the topic | LinkedIn (2024)

In the wake of heavy rains, our country has been sadly hit by serious flooding putting many people at risk. It's important for all of us to be careful and ready to help each other during this tough time.Here are a few key steps we can take to safeguard ourselves and our communities:• Stay Informed: Keep abreast of weather forecasts and advisories issued by local authorities. Being aware of potential risks allows us to make informed decisions and take proactive measures to protect ourselves and our loved ones.• Avoid Flood-prone Areas: Exercise caution when venturing out during heavy rains and avoid areas prone to flooding. Never attempt to cross flooded roads or bridges, as water levels can rise rapidly and pose a significant danger.• Extend a Helping Hand: Reach out to vulnerable members of your community, offering assistance and support where possible. Together, we can make a difference by lending a helping hand to those in need and fostering a sense of unity in the face of adversity.Let's stay safe and support each other through the floods in Kenya. #staysafe #happynewweek

We have finally seen a lull in the weather after floods wreaked havoc across Kenya, Sadlystatistics from Red Cross say that over200 people lost their lives and approximately 47,000 households were displaced. With this kind of unpredictable weather are there opportunities that we can take care of and harness the excess water caused by floods? Or should we be at the mercy of the weather? Let us continue the conversation tomorrow as we explore several opportunities that can arise from flood events, both in terms of immediate response and long-term planning. Let’s connect and discuss how to turn the floods to our favour#DisasterToOpportunity#FloodManagement#TechRevolution#SustainableFuture

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Imagine homes swept away, vital infrastructure damaged, and communities devastated by floods. This is the potential reality facing Narok South and West, Kenya.But there's hope! The power of accurate maps and data can help mitigate the impact of this impending disaster.That's where you come in, skilled mappers and validators!♦ Become a mapmaking hero: Contribute your expertise to create detailed maps of vulnerable areas, guiding emergency response and saving lives.♦ Be the data detective: Your sharp eye for detail will ensure the accuracy of the maps, making them reliable tools for informed decision-making.Join us in this urgent mission to protect the people of Narok.♦ Sign up to maphttps://lnkd.in/dG5uJM4khttps://lnkd.in/deukb53ghttps://lnkd.in/dfs7CFie ♦ Share this story: Spread the word and encourage others to contribute.Together, we can rewrite the narrative of this flood event. Let's turn potential tragedy into a story of resilience and community spirit. Kenya Redcross Society#FloodPreparedness #KenyaFloodAlert #AnticipatoryResponse #DisasterPreparedness

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Sri Lanka has two main rainy seasons; the South-East Monsoon from about April to September and the North-East Monsoon from about November to March. Sri Lanka experiences flooding during this time and it doesn't come as a surprise. The floods have become more intense over the years with even some of the main cities going under water.Sri Lanka has been reactive in its response. It is something that happens every year and we have done very little to prevent it.It's about time that Sri Lanka proactively organizes itself to address this issue. A Divisional Secretariat Division level team comprising of the following groups can be brought together to design possible interventions:1. Community based committees to share experiences of being affected by flooding and what they need in terms of support to prevent it.2. Civil Society Organisations to bring in financial resources and technical know-how to design and implement initiatives through working with donor agencies and the private sector.3. Local government to facilitate the process, monitor and revamp their services to make the initiatives wholistic in nature. At this point in time, it may not make sense to expect the government to bring in new resources.These floods affect everybody, destroys livelihoods, businesses, education, property and most importantly lives. Why wait until it happens to do something about it?

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Updates! For validation and more mapping needed: https://lnkd.in/g59ebdGd 99% mapped | 16% validatedhttps://lnkd.in/gYKEdAYf - 89% mapped | 80% validatedhttps://lnkd.in/gPSHQuge- 39% mapped | 36% validatedLet's keep pushing 🫸 Thank you everyone contributing! #openmapping #humanitarian #openstreetmap

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This...Before & After...The power of water is frightening!Record rain and flooding hit Far North Queensland on Monday, December 18 as the remnants of Tropical Cyclone Jasper slowly moved westward over the region. This video shows swollen Barron Falls in Kuranda Village near Cairns Monday morning, December 18As heavy rain starts to ease across north Queensland, and flood evacuations continue, locals are wondering how a relatively low-level category cyclone turned into such chaos.The state may be used to flooding and heavy rains, but emergency services say these deluges have gone to another level.More than a century of flood records were broken in rivers just outside of Cairns and the Daintree, as ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper dumped unrelenting rain over the region, with flood warnings still in place.Merry Christmas y'all, and if you want to help with my grandsons situation it would be greatly appreciated.I have included the #gofundme link here: https://gofund.me/f976d125#paypal email is: Edward Davidson ewdjr7@gmail.com @EDavidson007#cashapp: https://lnkd.in/gi56HwpW#venmo is : Ed Davidson ewdjr7@gmail.com @Ed-Davidson-6GiveSendGo: https://lnkd.in/gKUB9h6i#zelle: ewdjr7@gmail.com #eddavidson #culture #marketing #networking #money #management #innovation #brandmarketing #technology #creativity #digitalamarketing #futurism #thereyahaveit #socialnetworking #socialmedia #advertisingandmarketing

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Are we an ignorant nation? 🤔 This piece by Moige William resonates with me in light of the recent floodsIt's alarming to observe the aftermath of the Makueni floods tragedy, where a lorry carrying individuals across the Kwa Muswii river was tragically swept away. According to Makueni Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, while 14 people were rescued, 9 bodies were recovered. Witnesses recounted their impatience as they awaited for the river to recede. Shockingly, reports indicate that the lorry driver, transporting building materials, encouraged more passengers to board, apparently, to add weight for smoother navigation.This begs the question: amidst the vast amount of information from the Red Cross, governmental bodies, media outlets, and various agencies, is vital information truly trickling down to grassroots levels? How impactful is this information in creating behavioral shifts within communities? Could this be a communication shortfall? One thing is clear as said by Amy Arbery. Providing information is important but will rarely shift behaviour on its own if nothing else changes.Additionally, we need to debunk misconceptions about flooding.What we can ask ourselves is, how do we share information that connects emotionally with the audience to inspire them to change behaviour? Share your thoughts below.#behaviourchangecommunication#KenyaFloods#Climatecrisishttps://lnkd.in/e_WbXFzT