Heavy windstorm has affected over 100 houses in Zauro town of Birninkebbi Local Government Area.
According to one of the victims Aliyu Tsoho, the strong wind and loud thunder also destroyed his house.
The Kebbi State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and other relevant authorities have undertaken an on-the-spot assessment and provided succor to those affected.
Speaking to journalists at the scene, the Executive Director of (SEMA) Abbas Kamba, said the agency has taken inventory of those affected as well as the extent of damage preparatory to providing food items and building materials for the victims.
He advised urban and rural dwellers to plant trees to mitigate the impact of windstorm.
The Secretary to the Kebbi State Government Yakubu Tafida, expressed deep sympathy for the victims, on behalf of the Governor.
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He assured that Government would provide immediate relief measures to ease the hardship of the victims.
(Editor: Nkoli Omhoudu)
