Heavy Rains Flood Parts of Nairobi, Major Roads Impassable as Commuters Stranded for Hours
NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 6 - Several parts of Nairobi experienced flooding after a heavy downpour that pounded the city, leaving major roads impassable and - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Nairobi experienced widespread flooding following heavy rains, rendering major roads impassable and stranding hundreds of commuters for hours. The downpour intensified in recent days, causing significant disruptions across the capital.
- Hundreds of commuters were stranded for hours due to impassable major roads.
- The Kenya Meteorological Department had warned of peak heavy rainfall in early March.
- Residents are calling for urgent action to improve Nairobi's drainage systems to prevent recurring floods.
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