Military deployed to support rescue operations in Nairobi as floods wreak havoc
NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 7 - The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) have been deployed to support rescue and emergency response operations in Nairobi as heavy rains - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) have been deployed to Nairobi to bolster emergency response efforts following widespread flooding caused by persistent heavy rains.
- KDF mobilization is in support of the National Disaster Operations Centre and county emergency teams.
- The flooding has rendered several major roads impassable, stranding commuters and disrupting transport.
- The Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy rains until Monday, raising concerns for Nairobi and neighbouring counties like Kiambu and Kajiado.
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