Kenya Flood Death Toll Rises to 62 Amid Heavy Rainfall

Kenya. The government has announced that the death toll from floods caused by heavy rainfall in Kenya has reached 62. According to the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, the deceased include 46 men, 8 women, and 8 children.

The ministry reported that Nairobi recorded the highest number of deaths with 33, followed by 17 in the Eastern region and 7 in the Rift Valley region. The government stated that the floods have affected more than 10,000 families, forcing 4,845 people to relocate to safer grounds.

It was reported that heavy rainfall has caused floods in various parts of the East African nation, leading to blocked roads, destruction of property, and difficult conditions for affected communities.

Along with the fatalities, there has been significant damage to infrastructure and livelihoods. The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for continued heavy rainfall in the coming days and urged local residents to remain extremely vigilant for life safety.