88 dead, thousands displaced: Floods leave Kenya counting losses as rains intensify

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At least 88 people have died and 2,690 families displaced as heavy rains continue to pound several parts of Kenya, triggering floods, landslides and widespread destruction.

In Kilungu Sub-County, Makueni County, a landslide killed two children and left four others injured, highlighting the growing danger facing communities in high-risk areas.

The National Police Service (NPS) said the situation remains critical, with many families now taking shelter in temporary evacuation centres.

“As torrential rains continue across the nation, several areas are experiencing severe flooding, landslides, and other risks… leaving communities in distress and critical infrastructure heavily affected,” NPS said in a statement on Wednesday.

The ongoing downpours have also cut off key roads and damaged bridges, making it difficult for rescue teams to reach affected areas.

Multi-agency teams are currently on the ground conducting search and rescue operations, delivering aid and working to restore access to critical infrastructure.

The police urged Kenyans to take precautionary measures as the rains persist.

“Members of the public are urged to remain vigilant and exercise extreme caution… do not cross flooded rivers or drive through moving water,” the statement added.

The Kenya Meteorological Department continues to monitor the situation and provide updates, warning that more rain is expected in several regions.

For now, authorities say the priority is clear--save lives, reach stranded communities, and prevent more deaths as the country battles one of the most severe flood situations in recent months.