Sad 😢 Homes and farmland devastated by severe floods - They Need Urgent Help

The recent heavy rainfall in Robis, Mambolo chiefdom caused extensive flooding, submerging houses, farmland, and destroying crops, leaving local farmers struggling to salvage their livelihoods amidst the devastation.
The flooding made roads connecting Robis to neighboring communities impassable, requiring the use of boats for transportation. Responding to the crisis, the youth chairman organized timber boats to assist in transporting residents and local traders.
Farmers, who rely on their crops for sustenance, now face dire circumstances as the floods have drastically altered their once-fertile lands. This disaster not only threatens homes and agricultural productivity but also jeopardizes food security and the economic well-being of these farmers and their families.
The road to recovery for these farmers will be challenging, involving the daunting tasks of rebuilding infrastructure and restoring soil fertility, efforts that require significant time and resources beyond the means of most farmers.
This unforeseen natural disaster has left farmers dealing with damaged homes, barren fields, and reduced yields, making it incredibly difficult to meet financial obligations. Many farmers had taken out loans to purchase farming necessities, expecting to repay them with post-harvest rice earnings.
Given these hardships, the affected homes and farmers are seeking nationwide support and external assistance to navigate this difficult period and reconstruct their lives.
Report: BAIKAMz
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