The Directorate of Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance in Nakuru County has provided support to two families in Elburgon Ward, Molo Sub-County, following separate fire incidents that resulted in the loss of property. The intervention is part of the county government’s ongoing efforts to provide timely assistance to residents affected by emergencies and disasters.
The affected families include Mr. Simon Kibe from Arimi Sub-Location and Ms. Ann Wanjiru from Mwatu Kasarani Sub-Location. Both households received humanitarian assistance after rapid assessments were conducted in collaboration with the local administration to determine the immediate needs of the victims. The support provided aims to help the families recover and restore their households following the incidents.
The response exercise was coordinated by Mr. Timothy Njoroge, Ward Administrator for Elburgon Ward, who supervised the assessments and distribution of support. The exercise involved verifying the extent of losses, identifying priority needs, and ensuring that aid reached the affected families efficiently.
The intervention reflects H.E. Governor Susan Kihika’s commitment to responsive leadership, disaster preparedness, and support for vulnerable residents. Through the Directorate of Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance, the county government continues to strengthen mechanisms for rapid response to emergencies, ensuring that affected households receive timely relief to mitigate the impact of disasters.
By providing immediate support, the county aims to reduce the burden on affected families, allowing them to recover faster and rebuild their livelihoods. The humanitarian assistance also reinforces community trust in the county government’s capacity to respond to emergencies and demonstrates the importance of coordination between county departments and local administration in disaster response.
Governor Kihika’s administration continues to prioritize disaster management as part of broader development objectives. Ensuring that households affected by incidents such as fires receive prompt assistance is in line with the county’s strategies to enhance resilience, protect lives, and support community well-being.
The intervention in Elburgon Ward is part of a wider framework under which the county government engages in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts across all sub-counties. Through these measures, Nakuru County seeks to provide structured and reliable support to residents facing emergencies while promoting safety, resilience, and recovery.
The county government encourages residents to report emergencies promptly to local administration and relevant county departments to ensure timely response. Through coordinated efforts, the administration aims to strengthen disaster management systems and reduce the negative effects of incidents on affected communities.
The assistance provided to the two fire-affected families in Elburgon Ward demonstrates the county government’s focus on protecting vulnerable households, supporting recovery, and implementing effective disaster response mechanisms. It further reflects Governor Susan Kihika’s commitment to ensuring that all residents have access to responsive support in times of need, contributing to safer and more resilient communities across Nakuru County.