According to Kolwa Central MCA Calvin Oraro, after river Maenya burst its banks, it affected various units within his ward.
He said the locals are frustrated and don’t know where to go.
Oraro said they have asked for immediate response for those affected and to find places where the can sleep tonight and the coming days.
“We also have people whose houses have been submerged in water and as leaders we will work together to ensure that the people affected are helped.”
The MCA added that they have taken temporary measures and urged some residents to shelter at Akado Polytechnic and Ofunyu Primary School which are now acting as rescue centres.
Nominated MCA Regina Kizito who also visited the Kisumu area called on leaders to come together and help the affected families in Kolwa Central.
“I have seen the governor’s people are on the ground, I know the senators office will also send people including the women representative among other leaders.”
She said now was the time to show the people why they elected them by standing with them during this trying moment.
“We have seen children are hungry, women cannot even cook because everything is under water. There is urgent need for some aid.”
Locals who spoke to the media called on the Kenya Red cross among other organisations to come to their aid during this moment.
