Floods death toll rises to 49 as thousands displaced nationwide
UPDATE: Death toll from nationwide Friday floods rises to 49, with more than 2,600 families displaced, police spokesperson Nyaga says...
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The death toll from ongoing floods across Kenya has tragically risen to 49, with thousands displaced nationwide following heavy rainfall. The situation has prompted intensified search and rescue operations and calls for greater government preparedness.
- A total of 2,624 families have been displaced from their homes, and 16 police stations have been affected.
- National Police Service spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga updated the figures, emphasizing ongoing multi-agency efforts.
- Despite warnings from the Kenya Meteorological Department, public criticism has mounted regarding the government's disaster response.
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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.
