10 people killed in Nairobi as heavy overnight rains trigger floods

A military Rapid Response Unit was also mobilised to support emergency operations in the city. The unit conducted traffic control operations and facilitated the towing of five vehicles that had stalle.....

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Nairobi was hit by devastating floods overnight, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 people and widespread disruption across the city.

At least 10 people have been confirmed dead, with 8 swept away by floodwaters and 2 electrocuted.
Nairobi Police Commander George Seda stated that 71 vehicles were trapped or stranded due to impassable roads.
The Kenya Red Cross Society reported extensive flooding in residential estates and informal settlements, with emergency response teams, including the military, deployed to assist stranded residents.