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April 5, 2026
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Why Kenya's floods are growing deadlier

Why Kenya's floods are growing deadlier

Behind the deluge lies a web of global and local forces: from a warming Indian Ocean to the country's own topography...

✨ Key Highlights

Kenya is experiencing intense heavy rains and floods during the March–April–May long rains season, causing widespread devastation and fatalities across 30 counties.

  • At least 110 people have died as floods devastate large parts of the country.
  • Climate experts attribute the severe weather to climate change, citing a warming Indian Ocean and its influence on weather patterns.
  • Key contributing factors include the position of the Inter‑Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), the Congo air mass, and Kenya's physical landscape.

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