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Structures and community facilities like schools and healthcare facilities have also seen substantial amounts of damage, according to the NADMO District Office.

According to Amadu Sulemana, the District Coordinator, the disaster has claimed five lives with five others receiving medical attention.

“Displaced people have taken refuge with relatives in other areas of the district, with others lodging at the Wenchiki LA Primary School“, he said.

“ This is an emergency, and a report has been made to the regional office of NADMO for more assistance”, the District Coordinator added.