Flood Victims in Trans Nzoia Appeal for Urgent Government Support
Trans Nzoia County, November 5, 2025 — Residents affected by recent floods in Trans Nzoia County have appealed for urgent assistance, calling on the government and humanitarian agencies to provide food, shelter, and medical support.
According to local reports, several households were displaced after heavy rains caused rivers to overflow, submerging homes and farmland. The affected families, many of whom rely on subsistence farming, are facing severe shortages of basic necessities.
Speaking to Standard Digital, community representatives highlighted the urgent need for emergency shelters, clean water, and medical supplies to prevent disease outbreaks. They also urged local authorities to expedite relief distribution and provide long-term solutions to mitigate future flooding.
County officials acknowledged the situation and indicated that assessment teams have been deployed to evaluate the damage and coordinate relief efforts with national agencies.
Residents emphasized that prompt action is critical, as prolonged exposure to flood conditions is putting vulnerable groups, including children and the elderly, at significant risk.