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    "content": "In response, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) through a letter referenced as provided, dated 14th February 2025, directed that several additional matters be established through further investigation, including fire and ballistic report. As stated earlier, appropriate action will be taken against the officers found culpable. On number three, on why the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) officers have yet to make an arrest. Again, the matter is still under active investigation by the DCI and once concluded appropriate action will be taken against anyone found culpable of the offence. Every effort is being made to expedite and conclude the investigation to ensure justice is served. Regarding when the family of Mr. Jarso will be compensated, compensation for the family of the late Isaac Jarso will be subjected to due process depending on the outcome of the investigations. On Question No.021 by Sen. Beatrice Ogola, I wish to respond as follows - on part one, on the level of preparedness on the mitigation of drought and floods, the prolonged 2024 rains resulted in flooding that impacted most parts of the country. A total of 315 people died due to the floods, 58,641 households representing 293,205 individuals were displaced and 412,262 persons were affected. The flooding caused havoc to roads, bridges, aerodromes, railways lines, school infrastructure and health facilities. A total of 298,673 acres of agricultural land and 9,367 livestock were washed away. The Government and partners supported the affected population with evacuations and provision of shelter. Cut-off roads and railway lines were reopened. Further, the Government distributed 3,798.1 metric tonnes of relief and other non-food items to the affected population. Arising out of this experience, the Government has strengthened early warning systems and disaster preparedness for anticipated flood risks. The Government will issue timely alerts besides mobilising emergency response efforts and awareness creation. The Government is investing in climate-resilient infrastructure, flood control measures and disaster mitigation strategies to reduce vulnerability. This includes improving drainage systems in towns and cities. Secondly, on the specific areas that have particularly been mapped out, I would like to say as follows- Three months' weather forecast issued by the Kenya Metrological Department (KMD) for March, April and May indicates near to above-normal rains for the Western part of the country and below-normal for the rest of the country. There is therefore likelihood of floods in only three counties including, Kisumu, Busia and Tana River. The Government has employed the following flooding strategies, among others, to mitigate against possible floods- (1) Promoting reforestation and soil conservation; (2) Rehabilitation of roads; (3) Acquisition of food and non-food items in preparedness for that season; (4) Mobilising emergency response efforts; (5) Awareness creation among the stakeholders and members of the public; (6) Improving drainage systems in towns; The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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