Kenya floods death toll hits 49 as thousands displaced
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Police say 2,624 families displaced as rescue operations intensify.
The death toll from the ongoing floods across Kenya has risen to 49 people, with thousands of families forced out of their homes as heavy rains continue to pound several parts of the country.
In a statement on Tuesday, the National Police Service said officers are working with other government agencies to carry out search and rescue operations, evacuate residents from flooded areas and maintain security.
The floods have hit Nairobi particularly hard, with several neighbourhoods experiencing rising water levels after days of relentless rain.
Police spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said the disaster has displaced 2,624 families nationwide, leaving many residents stranded and in urgent need of shelter and relief support.
“Our officers, in collaboration with other multi-agency response teams, remain actively deployed on the ground conducting search and rescue missions and evacuating residents in vulnerable areas,” he said.
The police also confirmed that 16 police stations across the country have been affected by flooding, disrupting operations in some areas.
Despite the damage, the service said efforts were underway to ensure policing services continue uninterrupted.
Nairobi among hardest hit
Several low-lying estates in Nairobi have been inundated after drainage systems overflowed following the heavy downpour that began last week.
Emergency teams have been moving families from flood-prone zones to safer ground while searching for people who may still be trapped in submerged homes.
Authorities have urged residents to avoid crossing flooded roads or rivers as the rains persist.
Kenya’s recurring flood crisis
Seasonal flooding has become a recurring challenge in Kenya, particularly during periods of intense rainfall linked to changing weather patterns.
In recent years, flash floods have repeatedly affected informal settlements and low-lying areas in Nairobi and other counties, often leading to loss of life, destruction of homes and disruption of transport networks.
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that the heavy rains could continue in the coming days. This raises fears that the number of casualties and displaced families may rise further.
Authorities say rescue teams will remain on the ground as long as the rains continue, with the priority being to save lives and move families out of danger.