A devastating storm swept through the Demonayili community in the Nanumba North Municipality of the Northern Region on Wednesday evening, leaving more than 50 houses in ruins and displacing nearly 200 residents.
The storm also destroyed food supplies and other valuables, worsening the plight of affected families.
The aftermath of the disaster paints a grim picture, with strong winds ripping off roofs, collapsing structures, and plunging the community into darkness due to power outages.
Essential foodstuffs such as maize and cassava, along with personal belongings, were lost in the destruction.
During a visit by Channel One News, residents were seen making desperate attempts to rebuild their homes despite lacking the necessary resources.
The Assemblyman for the community, who was also affected, highlighted the dire situation and called for urgent assistance.
Women and children, being the most vulnerable, have been hardest hit, with some sustaining injuries during the storm.
Many of the affected residents have appealed to the government, as well as charitable individuals and organizations, for immediate support to help them recover from the disaster.
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