62 Killed as Severe Flooding Batters Several Regions

At least 62 people have lost their lives following ongoing floods that have affected several parts of the country, the Ministry of Interior and National Administration has announced.

According to the latest update from the ministry, the fatalities include 46 men, 8 women and 8 children.

Nairobi recorded the highest number of deaths at 33, accounting for more than half of the total fatalities reported so far.

The Eastern region follows with 17 deaths, while the Rift Valley region has recorded 7 fatalities.

Both the Nyanza and Coast regions have reported two deaths each, while the Central region has recorded one fatality.

Authorities say emergency response teams continue to monitor the situation as heavy rains persist in several areas, raising concerns about further flooding and displacement.

The Ministry has urged residents living in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and follow safety advisories issued by government agencies and disaster response teams.

Officials are also working with local authorities and humanitarian partners to support affected families and assess the extent of damage caused by the floods.

The floods in Nairobi damaged dozens of cars.

Several houses were also flooded and damaged.