Floods Death Toll Hits 49, Damages 16 Police Stations, Police Says
The latest finding comes even as Kenya Met warns of persistent heavy rainfall in 6 regions...
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Heavy rainfall across Kenya has resulted in a tragic rise in the death toll to 49 people. The devastating downpours have also led to widespread displacement and significant property damage.
- 2,624 families have been displaced from their homes, with the Kenya Red Cross Society reporting even higher displacement figures.
- The National Police Service (NPS), led by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, confirmed the death toll and ongoing efforts to maintain services despite 16 damaged police stations.
- Over 20,800 acres of arable land have been destroyed, raising concerns for the country's food security, while more rain is forecast for several regions.
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Floods Death Toll Hits 49, Damages 16 Police Stations - March 2026
Heavy rainfall across Kenya has resulted in a tragic rise in the death toll to 49 people, with widespread displacement and significant property damage reported. The devastating downpours have led to 16 police stations being damaged. Families have been arriving at the Nairobi City Mortuary for four days to identify the bodies of loved ones lost in devastating floods that swept through Nairobi on Friday. Over 500 residents in Osodo, Homa Bay County, have been displaced and are seeking refuge in local churches after the Miriu River burst its banks. The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast continued rains, with some areas expected to experience above-average downpours over the next seven days.
