By: Gareyson Yaba Neufville
Market women in Harper City have raised alarm over the overflowing Huffman River, which is sending water into the city market, disrupting business and threatening their livelihoods.
They say the flooding makes it difficult to sell and limits customers’ access to trading areas, a serious problem for traders who depend on daily sales to feed their families, pay school fees, and meet other essential needs.
The situation has renewed concerns about a protective wall built between the market and the river to shield the market and the nearby Huffman Station Community from rising waters.
According to information gathered, the structure is gradually being washed away each rainy season by the river’s strong current, raising fears about the long-term safety of both the market and the community, particularly during heavy rainfall.
The marketers are appealing to Harper City authorities, relevant government agencies, and other stakeholders to urgently assess the situation and implement a lasting solution to the recurring problem.
The market women warn that without timely intervention, commercial activities will continue to suffer, traders’ earnings will fall, and residents of the Huffman Station Community will face further risks.
