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March 13, 2026
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Flood death toll rises to 62 as Nairobi records highest fatalities

Flood death toll rises to 62 as Nairobi records highest fatalities

Nairobi has the highest number of deaths at 33, followed by the Eastern region with 17 and Rift Valley region with 7.Nyanza and the Coast have recorded two deaths each, while Central has one fatality......

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The death toll from recent floods across Kenya has tragically risen to 62, with Nairobi bearing the brunt of the fatalities. The devastating rains, which struck on Friday night, have resulted in widespread damage and disruption.

  • A total of 62 people have died, including 46 men, 8 women, and 8 children.
  • Nairobi recorded the highest number of deaths with 33 fatalities, followed by the Eastern region and Rift Valley region.
  • The Ministry of Interior has issued updates on the rising toll, while the Nairobi County Government is offering a waiver on levies for flood-damaged property repairs.
  • Several neighbourhoods in Nairobi were submerged due to overwhelmed drainage systems, disrupting transport.

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