Over 143 Families in Rwampara Affected by Hailstorm

Residents of Nyakaguruka and Kyabwihura cells in Kinoni town council Rwampara district are crying foul after a heavy hailstorm destroyed their property and gardens.

Residents say that heavy downpour characterized by strong winds yesterday evening affected over 143 families leaving their banana plantations, houses among other property destroyed.

Residents whose banana plantations and houses were destroyed said that they are now fearing for themselves because of looming hunger besides COVID-19 impact.

The acting RDC Rwampara district Emmy Kateera Turyabagyenyi while visiting the affected area said that as government, they are going to work on food relief as immediate intervention as they plan further.