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WASP CEO Josphat Njaramba during the water stakeholders meeting.
Water service providers across the country have intensified preparations to cushion communities and critical water infrastructure from the anticipated impacts of strong El Niño rains, with authorities warning that extreme weather events could worsen flooding, damage water systems and increase the risk of waterborne diseases.
The Water Services Providers Association (WASPA) has called on utilities and relevant agencies to activate early warning systems, strengthen disaster preparedness plans and undertake urgent infrastructure assessments ahead of the expected heavy rains.
The measures include clearing blocked waterways, mapping flood-prone areas, reinforcing water infrastructure, protecting treatment facilities and ensuring communities receive timely safety alerts to reduce the impact of potential disasters.
