A County official has put on notice owners of illegal structures built on drainages in Homa Bay town.
Homa Bay Municipal Manager Sigar Agumba said they will soon demolish all illegal structures built on the town’s drainages.
He said the town frequently experiences flooding because of illegal structures built on drainages.
“We are aiming at making Homa Bay town a city by 2035. This will be impossible if illegal structures come up at every turn.” he said.
Agumba said the board has sought opinion from residents and developed a people led adaptation spatial plan.
He said they have documented views from residents by seeking indigenous knowledge on climate risk profile that will guide future development adding that they will also incorporate scientific systems in dealing with climate risks.
“We have included a clean-up exercise as part of our budget. We will also get support from other development partners.” Mr Agumba said.
He said they have put in place modalities for monthly clean up exercises to clear clogged drainages.
Homa Bay Sub County administrator Nicholas Ayieta said climate change affects everybody and called on residents to embrace various forms of mitigation measures.
He said the county government is committed to ensuring the town stays clean to promote business and good health.
“Roof catchment water harvesting is one of the ways of dealing with the adverse effects of climate change. Rain water can be stored to reduce flooding.” Mr Aytieta said.
By Davis Langat
