10 killed in Nairobi floods as heavy rains paralyse city

UPDATE: Death toll from Nairobi floods rises to 10, with at least 71 vehicles trapped at various locations, Nairobi Regional Police Commander George Seda confirms..

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Nairobi was paralyzed and at least 10 people have died following heavy rains that caused severe flooding across the city on March 6, 2026.

At least 10 deaths have been confirmed, with the number expected to rise as rescue efforts continue.
The Nairobi Regional Police Commander, George Seda, stated that 71 vehicles were swept away by the floodwaters.
Emergency response teams, including Kenya Defence Forces and Kenya Red Cross, were deployed to assist stranded residents, although rescue efforts were hampered by heavy traffic and challenging conditions.

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