At least 42 people have died in Kenya following devastating flash floods triggered by heavy rains, according to a government statement issued on March 8, 2026. The disaster has affected multiple regions, with rescue operations ongoing as authorities warn of continued rainfall.
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku confirmed the death toll, stating the National Police Service documented casualties nationwide. "Our emergency teams are mobilizing resources to assist affected communities," Ruku said in a Sunday address from Nairobi, urging residents in flood-prone areas to exercise caution.
Meteorologists attribute the extreme weather to intensified seasonal rains across East Africa, a pattern increasingly linked to climate variability. Neighboring countries, including Tanzania and Uganda, have also reported flood-related disruptions this month, raising concerns about regional food security and infrastructure resilience.
