Machakos County had been put on high alert for a possible cholera outbreak after several cases were reported in other parts of the country due to the ongoing El Nino rains.
Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi asked residents to observe high levels of hygiene to prevent any outbreak of the disease.
He further disclosed that a multi-sectoral team has been set up to assess and monitor cholera outbreaks across the county.
"The team will help combat the spread of the disease in case of an outbreak. As a county we are ready and committed to tackling any cholera-related challenges,” Mwangangi said.
The deputy governor also ordered repairs to be done to all leaking raw sewages in Machakos town within 24 hours to prevent cholera.
Speaking at the same briefing, the county secretary Dr Muya Ndambuki said all levels four hospitals across the county have been activated to deal with any cholera outbreak.
Muya said at least five beds have been put on standby in each level four facility to treat cholera patients in case of an outbreak.
Also present was County Executive Committee Member (ECM) for Health Daniel Yumbya who urged residents operating food businesses to maintain high levels of hygiene in their establishments.
He also urged residents to wash their hands thoroughly and ensure they have safe drinking water to curb cholera.
"No cases have been reported so far but we are on high alert to tackle any outbreak,” he said.
