3 people rescued in Joska after Athi River burst its banks
Three people, accompanied by their loyal canine companion, were rescued from floods caused by the swelling Athi River in Joska, Matungulu Sub County, Machakos County. Kenya Red Cross Society, who had sprung into action following a distressed call confirmed the rescue mission on Monday, April 22. “We have just rescued three people – two gentlemen, […]
Heavy rainfall to continue in most parts of the country
Kenyans have been warned of persistent heavy rainfall expected to continue lashing most parts of the country. In an official communication, the National Disaster Management Unit (NDMU) said on Sunday, April 21 heavy downpours will affect several regions, including the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, and the Highlands both to the west and east […]
Distress calls as several parts of Nairobi marooned by floods
Several parts of Nairobi have been marooned by floods following heavy rains experienced on Saturday night. Several roads, including Mombasa Road, Raila Odinga Road and other major roads in South C, Kangundo Road, Parklands and neighbouring counties including Machakos and Kajiado also recorded flooding. Floods swept several cars while a number of residents placed distress […]
Gov’t issues flood alert as Seven-Forks dams fill up
The government has warned of possible floods in the country even as the Seven-Forks hydroelectric power dams fill up. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki announced that Masinga Dam, which is the largest, was already spilling. “The government hereby notifies members of the public that the weather forecast for the ongoing long rains presents the potential […]
Kilifi County issues flood alert to residents
The County Government of Kilifi has issued a flood alert to its residents as heavy rains continue to cause havoc across the country. In a statement on Tuesday, April 16, the county government urged the public to exercise caution due to the possibility of flooding in prone areas. “In this rainy season, we urge the […]
470 households displaced as floods wreak havoc in Garissa
Several households have been displaced following heavy rains wreaking havoc in most parts of Garissa. The Kenya Red Cross says the affected families are seeking refuge at the Farmer Training Center (FTC) and Water Ground areas. “The Kenya Red Cross utilizes satellite imagery to monitor the impacts of floods across different areas. Check out this […]
Tana River: 5 rescued, three households stranded in floodwaters
Five people have been rescued in the wake of heavy rains in Konkona, Tana Delta, Tana River County. According to a statement released by the Kenya Red Cross on Sunday, April 14, rescue operations swung into action following a distress call from the area. The organization said three more families were stranded in the floodwaters. […]