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HomeDaily NewsSaturday, May 2, 2026Heavy Rains Cause Fatalities and Transport Disruption Across Kenya - May 2026
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Heavy Rains Cause Fatalities and Transport Disruption Across Kenya - May 2026

Heavy rains across Kenya have resulted in at least 10 fatalities nationwide, with the Eastern region bearing the brunt of the impact. A section of the Iten-Kabarnet Road has been blocked by a landslide near Kolol due to heavy rainfall, causing significant disruption to transport. Intense rainfall has also caused severe flooding in several areas, submerging homes in Syokimau, Kiambu, and Nairobi, with swept-away vehicles and submerged businesses reported. The National Police Service reported the casualties and significant infrastructure damage as thousands continue to flee their homes.

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Saturday 1:35 PMCapital News

Landslide blocks Iten–Kabarnet Road disrupting transport amid heavy rains

Landslide blocks Iten–Kabarnet Road disrupting transport amid heavy rains

A section of the Iten–Kabarnet Road has been blocked by a landslide near Kolol due to heavy rainfall, causing significant disruption to transport.

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A section of the Iten–Kabarnet Road has been blocked by a landslide near Kolol due to heavy rainfall, causing significant disruption to transport.

  • The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has advised motorists to use alternative routes.
  • KeNHA Director General Eng. Luka Kimeli assured the public that restoration works are underway.
  • Motorists are urged to exercise caution and follow directions from police officers and traffic marshals on site.
Friday 9:51 PMNTV Kenya (Youtube)First

Floods submerge homes in Syokimau, Kiambu and Nairobi as rains intensify

Intense rainfall has caused severe flooding in several areas, submerging homes in Syokimau, Kiambu, and Nairobi.

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Intense rainfall has caused severe flooding in several areas, submerging homes in Syokimau, Kiambu, and Nairobi.

  • Homes submerged in multiple locations as heavy rains continue.
  • The affected areas include Syokimau, Kiambu and Nairobi.
  • The article highlights the ongoing heavy rainfall as the cause of the widespread flooding.
Saturday 9:58 AMKenyans

Heavy Rains Claim 10 Lives as Floods, Landslides Disrupt Transport

Heavy Rains Claim 10 Lives as Floods, Landslides Disrupt Transport

Heavy rains have caused widespread devastation across Kenya, resulting in at least 10 fatalities due to floods and landslides. The National Police Service reported the casualties and significant infrastructure damage.

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Heavy rains have caused widespread devastation across Kenya, resulting in at least 10 fatalities due to floods and landslides. The National Police Service reported the casualties and significant infrastructure damage.

  • At least 10 people have died.
  • The Eastern region has been the most severely affected, with 7 deaths reported there.
  • Two bridges, Mwena Bridge in Kwale County and Ngomeni Bridge in Kitui County, have been damaged, crippling transport infrastructure.
Saturday 12:02 PMThe Standard

10 people killed as heavy rains, floods hit parts of Kenya

10 people killed as heavy rains, floods hit parts of Kenya

At least 10 people have tragically lost their lives due to heavy rains and widespread flooding across various parts of Kenya. The affected regions are experiencing severe disruption, including swept-away vehicles and submerged businesses.

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At least 10 people have tragically lost their lives due to heavy rains and widespread flooding across various parts of Kenya. The affected regions are experiencing severe disruption, including swept-away vehicles and submerged businesses.

  • A total of 10 fatalities have been confirmed, with seven deaths reported in the Eastern region.
  • The National Police Service is leading ongoing rescue efforts and coordinating with other agencies.
  • Significant damage to infrastructure includes the destruction of bridges in Kwale County and Kitui County, and a landslide in Elgeyo Marakwet County.
Saturday 12:10 PMCapital News

Heavy rains claim 10 lives nationwide with Eastern recording highest toll

Heavy rains claim 10 lives nationwide with Eastern recording highest toll

Heavy rains across Kenya have resulted in 10 fatalities nationwide, with the Eastern region bearing the brunt of the impact.

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Key Highlights

Heavy rains across Kenya have resulted in 10 fatalities nationwide, with the Eastern region bearing the brunt of the impact.

  • A total of 10 people have tragically lost their lives.
  • The National Police Service (NPS) confirmed the fatalities and infrastructure damage.
  • Key infrastructure, including Mwena Bridge in Kwale County and Ngomeni Bridge in Kitui County, has been damaged, along with a landslide in Elgeyo-Marakwet County.
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