Not less than 45 people have lost their lives in the southwest region of Kenya due to a dam breaking on Sunday evening, caused by intense rainfall leading to widespread flooding throughout the nation.
Also, in eastern Kenya, a boat capsized, leaving several people missing. Rescue teams are actively searching for survivors in the Mai Mahiu area of Nakuru County, where flooding has caused significant devastation.
According to VOA, John Karungu, a local resident, described the harrowing experience of witnessing the dam break in the early hours of the morning.
Joel Kuria, a farmer, recounted the chaos as the rushing waters destroyed homes and livestock.
Reports suggest that a clogged tunnel may have contributed to the flooding. Kenyan officials, including Transport Minister Kipchumba Murkomen and Nakuru County Governor Susan Kihika, have visited the affected areas to coordinate rescue efforts and provide assistance to those impacted by the disaster.
Since mid-March, heavy rains have caused the loss of over 140 lives in the East African country.
The devastating floods have also resulted in the displacement of thousands of people. In Nairobi, the capital city, Reuters reports that a staggering 10,000 individuals have tragically lost their homes.
Tragically, the death toll is anticipated to increase further following a tragic incident over the weekend.
A boat capsized in the Tana River in eastern Kenya, leading to the loss of numerous lives. The Kenyan Red Cross managed to rescue 23 individuals from the boat, but unfortunately, more than a dozen people remain missing.
As a result of the severe flooding, the Kenyan government has made the difficult decision to postpone the reopening of schools until next week.
This precautionary measure aims to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff in the face of ongoing challenges caused by the floods.
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