Safety and Humanity in Times of Floods Crisis

By Dr. Peter Mwangi, Guard Now Security Company

The month of March has brought Nairobi to a standstill. Torrential rains have overwhelmed drainage systems, flooded major roads, and displaced families across the city. What should be a season of renewal has instead become a season of anxiety, as residents struggle to navigate submerged streets, drowning in waters,protect their homes, and safeguard their loved ones. In moments like this, safety is not a luxury it is a necessity,as GuardNow Security we advice you to prioritize your safety. During flights everyone is advised to help themselves first. 

At Guard Now Security Company, our guiding principle has always been simple yet profound: “We Serve and Protect.” This commitment extends beyond physical security to encompass resilience in the face of natural disasters, vigilance against crime, and preparedness during blackouts. As a United Nations Award Winner for Human Harmony, we recognize that this month is dedicated to honoring humanity. It is therefore fitting that we remind ourselves of the collective responsibility to protect life, dignity, and community.

Floods and heavy rains demand foresight. Residents must avoid flooded roads, relocate to higher ground before water levels rise, and secure essentials such as food, clean water, and documents in waterproof containers. Electrical safety is paramount switching off power at the mains can prevent tragedy. Yet floods do not only bring water; they bring vulnerability. Criminals often exploit chaos, targeting homes and roads during storms and blackouts. Vigilance, therefore, is as important as shelter. Locking doors, reinforcing entry points, and coordinating with neighbors for community watch can deter opportunistic crimes that can arise times like now noting that recently there has been an existing upsurge of crime

Blackouts, which frequently accompany heavy rains also add another layer of risk. Families should prepare with torches, solar lamps, and charged power banks. Entrances must remain lit to discourage intruders, and calm routines should be established to reassure children and maintain order. Preparedness is not just about tools it is about mindset. Families should practice safety drills, agree on communication methods, and cultivate composure, for panic clouds judgment while calmness preserves life.  

This month, as humanity is honored worldwide, Nairobi’s floods remind us that resilience is both personal and collective. Safety is not achieved in isolation; it is built through community vigilance, shared responsibility, and foresight. Guard Now Security Company stands ready to serve and protect, not only as a provider of security but as a partner in resilience.  

In honoring humanity on the human harmony day let us remember that preparedness today is protection tomorrow.