Heavy winds, rain, and hail have left dozens of households in Mmadinare reeling after a violent storm swept through the village on Sunday, damaging homes, crops, and livestock.
According to a report from the Department of Social and Community Development (DSCD) under the Bobirwa District Council, the disaster struck on October 19, 2025, leaving many families counting losses. The department began receiving reports of damage the following day, with four cases initially logged on October 20, followed by 15 more on October 21. An additional 75 cases were reported through the office of the area Member of Parliament, bringing the total to 94 cases so far.
Sixteen residents also reported agricultural losses, including destruction of crops and livestock. Officials said more reports were still trickling in from affected households as of Tuesday.
Due to logistical constraints, the department has so far managed to assess only four households out of the 94 reported cases. The assessment team, which is operating with limited resources, continues to mobilize transport and manpower to cover remaining households.
Preliminary findings show that most affected homes had their roofs blown off by strong winds, while others suffered broken windows caused by hailstones. In one-quarter of the assessed households, food supplies were destroyed after being soaked by rainwater.
Due to logistical constraints, the department has so far managed to assess only four households out of the 94 reported cases. The assessment team, which is operating with limited resources, continues to mobilize transport and manpower to cover remaining households.
“All four households assessed so far have secured alternative accommodation,” the report notes.
The department cited several challenges slowing the response, including lack of transport, continuous inflow of new cases, and shortages of stationery for documentation. Assessments were also temporarily suspended on October 21 due to further rainfall.
Officials said the small local team which comprises assessment officers, a coordinator, a building and infrastructure officer, and a driver has been working beyond normal hours to respond promptly to the growing crisis.
The department has recommended emergency food relief for distressed households and called on the District Disaster Management Committee to coordinate a broader response. It also appealed for additional transport and manpower to accelerate the assessment process and ensure that all affected families receive assistance.
Continuous monitoring and reporting of the situation will be maintained until all households are assisted, the department said.
