Severe flooding kills 62 in Kenya, as heavy rains continue

BBC News - WorldEN 2 min read 100% complete March 15, 2026 at 11:13 AM

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Heavy rains in Kenya have caused severe flooding over the past week, resulting in at least 62 deaths, with Nairobi being the hardest hit. The flooding has triggered flash floods, causing rivers to overflow, damaging infrastructure, and displacing over 2,000 people. Rescue operations are ongoing, and emergency food and medical assistance are being provided to those affected. Authorities are urging residents in low-lying areas to relocate to safer locations. Poor drainage and unregulated development have exacerbated the flooding in Nairobi, where over half of the deaths occurred. The heavy rainfall is attributed to climate change, which increases the likelihood of extreme weather events.

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Joseph Winter 30% Richard Kagoe 30% Interior Ministry 50% William Ruto 60% Kenya Red Cross 60% Nairobi ×580% Kenya ×590%

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Very Negative

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Kenya

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