Zimbabwe: Don't Cross Flooded Rivers, Villagers Told

1 January 2018

Villagers from Chiredzi South Constituency have been urged to desist from crossing flooded rivers, especially the flood-prone Chilonga Bridge. In an interview, Chiredzi South legislator Brigadier-General Kalisto Gwanetsa (Retired) said loss of life in his area could be avoided this rainy season. He said it was better for villagers to use longer routes than forcing their way through the flooded Runde River.

"This rainy season, we are likely to see Runde River being in flood since one of our supply dams Tokwe Mukosi is likely to spill. Our greatest call is for villagers and motorists not to attempt to cross this river when it's in flood. We have witnessed many avoidable deaths at Chilonga Bridge, hence the need for everybody to excise extreme care," said Brig-Gen Gwanetsa (Rtd).

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