Every rainy season for as long as we can remember, the CPU has been caught napping when floods strike. It is now common to hear of people being marooned or drowning when heavy rains hit.
What boggles the mind is the repeated failure by CPU to ready itself to face the disasters. Surely the unit should have learnt a lot from history by now?
Right now, CPU is battling with pockets of disasters – particularly in Masvingo where homes have been destroyed and lives lost. It could be only a matter of time before we hear of similar reports in Mashonaland Central, particularly in Muzarabani which lies in a plain and is prone to floods.
Instead of waiting to collect the bodies of people who have drowned or evacuating those affected by floods, the CPU ought to have a pro-active strategy to ensure that vulnerable communities are safe in the event of flooding.
One way to do this is to make sure that all people living in low-lying areas are resettled in areas where they cannot be affected by floods. Before and during every rainy season, CPU must embark on public awareness campaigns targeting vulnerable settlements.
They ought to educate people on the signs of floods and other disasters associated with the rainy season. They should teach them how to respond to disasters and the best ways to avoid being affected.
Also, the CPU should make physical assessments of areas likely to be affected by floods and make adequate recommendations to relevant ministries. This should be done thoroughout the rainy season and in close conjunction with the Meteorological Services Department and related units such as the army.
Granted, the CPU may be poorly resourced, but that cannot be an excuse. It ought to make its case known to government and lobby for sufficient resources. It can also approach the humanitarian community for funding, and we don’t see any reason why they would come out empty handed, as long as they present a sound case.
We hope the CPU will take heed and put a stop to preventable disasters.
Post published in: Editor: Wilf Mbanga
I would like to think that it might be of use to establish a ministry that oversee disaster related issues rather than waiting to see the Civil Protection failing. Disaster management involves a lot and these guys need help
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