Flash floods hit Gokwe North.

LOW-LYING communities in Gokwe North district in the Midlands province have been hit by flash floods following heavy rains that have been pounding most parts of the country in recent days.

There are also reports that major rivers have broken their banks, with communities living along the banks of Ume River being the worst affected.

The country has been receiving heavy downpours, and this is expected to continue until the end of this week, according to the Meteorological Services Department.

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