Gerald Kyalo. (geraldbway).
The death toll from the floods that struck Nairobi and other regions across Kenya on Friday night has risen to 62, according to a fresh update from the Ministry of Interior. The victims include 46 men, 8 women, and 8 children. Nairobi has the highest number of deaths at 33, followed by the Eastern region with 17 and Rift Valley region with 7.
The floods have affected over 10,000 households, with 4,845 people displaced and forced to seek shelter in safer areas. In response, the Nairobi County Government has announced a one-month waiver on levies and approvals required for property repair works.
The heavy rains overwhelmed drainage systems in several neighborhoods, leaving roads submerged and disrupting transport. A multi-agency team, including the National Police Service and the Kenya Red Cross Society, is coordinating field operations to enhance response efforts.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja emphasized that the city's drainage problem requires a long-term solution, stating that he has a plan to develop Nairobi to international standards with the right financing.
*Impact of the Floods*
The floods have caused significant damage to infrastructure, including roads, homes, and businesses. Over 50,000 people have been affected, with many displaced.
The Kenya Red Cross Society reports that the floods have caused 42 deaths and affected over 50,000 people nationwide. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with teams working to locate missing persons.
The government has promised to provide aid to flood victims, including food, shelter, and medical care. The Ministry of Health has issued a warning about the risk of waterborne diseases, such as cholera and malaria, following the floods.
The floods have affected over 10,000 households, with 4,845 people displaced and forced to seek shelter in safer areas. In response, the Nairobi County Government has announced a one-month waiver on levies and approvals required for property repair works.
The heavy rains overwhelmed drainage systems in several neighborhoods, leaving roads submerged and disrupting transport. A multi-agency team, including the National Police Service and the Kenya Red Cross Society, is coordinating field operations to enhance response efforts.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja emphasized that the city's drainage problem requires a long-term solution, stating that he has a plan to develop Nairobi to international standards with the right financing.
*Impact of the Floods*
The floods have caused significant damage to infrastructure, including roads, homes, and businesses. Over 50,000 people have been affected, with many displaced.
The Kenya Red Cross Society reports that the floods have caused 42 deaths and affected over 50,000 people nationwide. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with teams working to locate missing persons.
The government has promised to provide aid to flood victims, including food, shelter, and medical care. The Ministry of Health has issued a warning about the risk of waterborne diseases, such as cholera and malaria, following the floods.
