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Several homes in the Dwarzack Community of Freetown have been affected following hours of heavy rainfall that led to soil erosion and partial structural damage in a specific area locally known as “7 Up.”
One mud house in particular experienced significant erosion at the rear, with a large section of the wall washed away by the runoff. The incident has once again drawn attention to the vulnerability of informal settlements in the capital, particularly those built with mud bricks and located on sloped or poorly drained terrain.
According to residents, the majority of homes in Dwarzack are constructed with mud, a traditional but less durable building material. With each rainfall, many of these houses suffer from water seepage, making living conditions increasingly precarious during the rainy season.
“When it rains, our floors become soaked almost instantly, a resident of the affected area. The erosion from this recent downpour has made things worse.”
The situation highlights ongoing challenges with urban planning, drainage infrastructure, and housing safety in low-income communities across Freetown. Erosion, flooding, and landslides have become recurring issues in several parts of the city, often putting lives and property at risk.
Authorities have yet to issue a formal response regarding this specific incident, but calls are growing for greater investment in climate-resilient housing, drainage systems, and disaster risk reduction measures, especially in high density, unplanned communities like Dwarzack.
As the rainy season continues, residents in the area remain on high alert, hoping for quick interventions to prevent further destruction and displacement.
