One dead in Nairobi floods as dams fill up – Mwaura
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has confirmed the death of a 29-year-old woman who was swept away by floodwaters in Zimmerman, Nairobi, as heavy rains continue to pound several parts of the country...
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Tragic floods in Nairobi have claimed one life, a 29-year-old woman, after she was swept away by raging waters in Zimmerman. This incident occurs as several dams are filling up, raising concerns about potential downstream flooding.
- A 29-year-old woman was confirmed dead after being swept away by floodwaters on April 28, 2026.
- Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura confirmed the death and warned of heightened flood risks, particularly in Garissa and Tana River counties, due to full dams like Masinga Dam.
- Multiple flood-related incidents have occurred in the North Sub-Region, including submerged bridges and flooded residential areas affecting approximately 110 houses.
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Deaths Reported as Floods Wreak Havoc in Nairobi - April 2026
At least three people are feared dead after being swept away by floodwaters following heavy rains in Nairobi on Monday and Tuesday night. The downpour caused widespread flooding, particularly around the Ruai Bypass, paralyzing transport and submerging roads. The Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) have been deployed to Nairobi for search-and-rescue operations following extensive flooding that submerged around 100 homes in Kasarani. The National Police Service (NPS) has issued warnings about potential widespread flooding in over 10 Nairobi estates due to persistent heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Interior and National Administration has issued an overflow alert for the Seven Forks dams due to heavy rainfall upstream, warning residents along the Lower Tana River to move to higher ground. At least 700 households in Tana River County are facing potential displacement due to rising river levels. The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has also closed a section of the Iten-Kabarnet Road due to a landslide caused by heavy rainfall.
