Floods Update: 10 More Deaths Confirmed as Total Fatalities Near 200 Mark

The government has confirmed an additional 10 fatalities due to the ongoing floods, bringing the total death toll to 179. The heavy rains, which have been battering the country, have claimed the lives of 164 adults and 15 children, according to a statement released on Wednesday evening by Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura.

In an exclusive report verified by Mambo Mseto, the number of missing persons has also risen to 90, with 20 more reported missing in the last 24 hours.

Pres William Ruto shakes hands with Francis Atwoli

The floods have displaced a staggering 195,011 people so far, with an additional 1,127 households affected in the recent deluge. This brings the total number of displaced households to 31,341. In response, the government has established displacement camps to provide shelter for those affected.

In addition to the fatalities and displacements, Mwaura revealed that 125 Kenyans have been injured and are currently receiving treatment in various health facilities across the country.

Dr Isaac Mwaura during a past media presser

Despite the ongoing crisis, the weatherman has warned of more rains in the coming month. “The month of April marked the peak of the ongoing March-April-May (MAM) long rains, except for the Coastal region where the rains are expected to peak in May. The weather forecast shows that the country will continue to receive above-average rainfall in this new month,” Mwaura said.

Additionally, the government has expressed its commitment to addressing the situation. Multi-agency teams have been deployed across the country to aid in the distribution of basic needs and carry out rescue operations for those affected. As the country braces for more rains, the government’s response will be crucial in managing this unfolding crisis.

Pres William Ruto gestures during a past media presser

He reiterated the government’s stance on people residing in flood-prone areas which have been mapped out as fragile ecosystems to vacate within the 48-hour notice previously issued.

“Before the end of today, members of the public residing within the risky areas are required to relocate within 48 hours.

These include the areas near dams and other water reservoirs in public or private land, areas prone to mudslides and landslides and riparian lands across the country,” Mwaura stated.