Kenya flood death toll rises to 81 as heavy rains continue

The nationwide death toll from flooding in Kenya has risen to 81 as heavy rains continue to trigger flash floods and widespread destruction across several parts of the country. The National Police Service said in its latest update on Sunday that Nairobi was the hardest-hit region..

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The death toll from widespread flooding in Kenya has tragically risen to 81 as continuous heavy rains persist across the nation, triggering flash floods and extensive destruction.

81 is the current nationwide death toll, with Nairobi being the hardest-hit region with 37 fatalities.
The National Police Service (NPS) is actively involved, with its emergency teams on high alert for search and rescue operations in collaboration with other agencies.
Approximately 2,690 families have been displaced, and the Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy rainfall, urging the public to exercise extreme caution.

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