Heavy rainfall this week in Guit County in Unity state has caused flooding displacing hundreds of families from their homes, and destroying schools and commercial buildings.

Speaking to Radio Tamazuj on Tuesday, Guit County Executive Director Gatkon Jiel said: "Rains which have been raining for many hours in this week have caused a great loss and damage to the properties of the people."

Jiel clarified that Achol and Maring areas especially have been affected by the floods, more so than other places. He added that majority of affected families are now living in water, and called on both state government and international NGOs to provide support of tents and drugs to flood victims.

The official warned of the possibility of epidemic diseases breaking out due to the flood and the occurrence of a health disaster if drugs are not provided immediately.