Heavy Rains Trigger Deadly Floods In Kenya, 62 Confirmed Dead

Heavy Rains Trigger Deadly Floods In Kenya, 62 Confirmed Dead

At least 62 people have been killed in devastating floods in Kenya following days of intense rainfall that triggered widespread destruction across several parts of the country, authorities said.

The Kenyan government confirmed the fatalities on Saturday, saying the victims include 46 men, eight women and eight children who died as floodwaters swept through communities, destroyed homes and disrupted infrastructure.

In a statement posted on X, the Ministry of Interior and National Administration said the deadly floods in Kenya have affected 18 counties, leaving nine people missing and forcing 12,338 households to flee their homes.

“The National Disaster Management Unit has confirmed the number of fatalities from floods has risen to 62, including 46 men, eight women and eight children,” the ministry said.

Authorities revealed that Nairobi recorded the highest number of casualties with 33 deaths, highlighting the severe impact of the Kenya flooding disaster in the capital city.

The Eastern region reported 17 deaths, while seven people died in the Rift Valley region.

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“Elsewhere, Nyanza and the Coast regions have each recorded two fatalities, while the Central region has reported one death. Several regions of the country continue to experience heavy rainfall,” the ministry added.

The severe flooding in Kenya has caused widespread disruption to daily life. Officials said floodwaters have rendered several roads and bridges impassable, damaged water supply systems, and caused power outages in affected communities.

Schools have also been affected as access roads were cut off by floodwaters, forcing temporary closures in some areas.

Authorities said the torrential rainfall has also damaged residential buildings, farms, markets and small businesses, threatening livelihoods in rural and urban communities.

In Nairobi, flash floods caused by overflowing rivers submerged roads and swept away vehicles in some neighborhoods, prompting emergency rescue operations by government agencies and humanitarian organizations.

As part of ongoing mitigation efforts, officials said a mapping exercise under the Nairobi Rivers Regeneration Programme has identified 37 flood-prone areas along major river corridors that remain highly vulnerable during periods of heavy rainfall.

Residents living in low-lying and flood-prone areas have been urged to remain vigilant and prioritize safety as the rainy season intensifies.

Meanwhile, the Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that more heavy rainfall, flash floods and storms are expected in the coming days, raising fears that the Kenya flood death toll could increase.

Emergency responders, including disaster management teams and humanitarian agencies, are continuing search and rescue operations while providing assistance to displaced families across affected counties.

Heavy Rains Trigger Deadly Floods In Kenya, 62 Confirmed Dead