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March 19, 2026
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Seven still missing after March 6 floods as more heavy rains loom

Seven still missing after March 6 floods as more heavy rains loom

The Ministry said efforts to locate the seven missing persons are still ongoing...

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Two weeks after devastating floods on March 6, seven people remain missing in Kenya, with the death toll now at 73. This update comes as the Ministry of Interior warns of more heavy rains expected across the country.

  • The floods have displaced 68,975 people and affected 21 counties, destroying critical infrastructure.
  • Multi-agency teams, including the Kenya Defence Forces and Kenya Red Cross, are actively involved in rescue and recovery efforts.
  • The Meteorological Department has issued advisories for heavy rainfall between March 18 and March 24, raising concerns about further floods and landslides.

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