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Heavy rains wreak havoc
03 Jan 2015 at 14:05hrs | Views
The heavy rains that are falling around the country have been a source of joy for some, but for others, the rains have caused untold damage to infrastructure.
From the promise of bumper harvests for some to impassable roads and destroyed homes and property for others, that is what characterises the wake of the rains that have been pounding the country for the past week.
In recent weeks, flash floods have occurred in Mbare and only just this Saturday something akin to a deluge was witnessed in St Mary's in Chitungwiza.
Experts say the rains are normal at this time of the year, and anticipate they should start decreasing in Matabeleland and Masvingo provinces, while Mashonaland and Manicaland provinces should continue receiving rains.
The Meteorological Service Department says downpours of more than 8 centimeters are forecast in northern and eastern regions early this month, accompanied by gusty winds.
Rusape recorded 120mm of rain on December 30, with Chinhoyi receiving the second highest total on the 2nd of January this year at 105 mm.
In a statement on Friday, the government's Civil Protection Unity advised communities in flood prone areas to find shelter on higher ground.
Police have also advised people not to cross flooded rivers.
From the promise of bumper harvests for some to impassable roads and destroyed homes and property for others, that is what characterises the wake of the rains that have been pounding the country for the past week.
In recent weeks, flash floods have occurred in Mbare and only just this Saturday something akin to a deluge was witnessed in St Mary's in Chitungwiza.
Experts say the rains are normal at this time of the year, and anticipate they should start decreasing in Matabeleland and Masvingo provinces, while Mashonaland and Manicaland provinces should continue receiving rains.
The Meteorological Service Department says downpours of more than 8 centimeters are forecast in northern and eastern regions early this month, accompanied by gusty winds.
Rusape recorded 120mm of rain on December 30, with Chinhoyi receiving the second highest total on the 2nd of January this year at 105 mm.
In a statement on Friday, the government's Civil Protection Unity advised communities in flood prone areas to find shelter on higher ground.
Police have also advised people not to cross flooded rivers.
Source - zbc
