Flooding in the Upper and Middle Mazaruni, in Region Seven, has left the livelihoods of many in limbo, according to Region Seven Chairman Kenneth Williams, who has confirmed that over 25 houses are currently under water. Around 20 of the flooded homes are in Jawalla. A report from the Civil Defence Commission (CDC) yesterday informed that other communities such as Qunbanag, Kangaruma, Waramadong and Phillipai are all experiencing flooding at different levels. Farmlands in the indigenous communities are completely waterlogged. The CDC also stated that it is continuously monitoring rising water levels at Eteringbang and Arau Villages.
The flooding has resulted from torrential rains in the region and the overflowing of water channels. Water levels, Sunday Stabroek understands, have unexpectedly raised to new levels and many shops in gold mining districts are currently inundated.
