Heavy rains and flooding kills at least 23 in Nairobi
Flights in and out of Nairobi Airport have been disrupted while some roads in the capital are submerged.
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"I saw him being carried by the water from up there."
— John Lomayan , Other
"A multiagency team had been deployed to support and relocate those in imminent danger to safer areas as rain continues in the country."
— William Ruto , Politician
"We are severely limited by the traffic and the situation on what used to be roads. We are doing our best to reach those in need."
— Ahmed Idris , Other
"He urged Kenyans to be cautious and prioritize their safety."
— Geoffrey Ruku , Other
"The number of people killed may rise."
— George Seda , Other
"We are severely limited by the traffic and the situation on what used to be roads. We are doing our best to reach those in need."
— Ahmed Idris , Other
"We are severely limited by the traffic and the situation on what used to be roads. We are doing our best to reach those in need."
— Ahmed Idris , Other
Key People
Ahmed Idris is the Secretary-General of the Kenya Red Cross.
Geoffrey Ruku is the Public Service Minister in Kenya.
George Seda is the police chief in Nairobi.
A security guard who witnessed flooding in Nairobi.
William Ruto is the President of Kenya.
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Flights in and out of Nairobi Airport have been disrupted while some roads in the capital are submerged.
Heavy rains in Nairobi have caused flash floods, resulting in at least 25 deaths and significant flight disruptions. Rescue operations are ongoing, and the government has deployed military units to assist.
Flash floods in Nairobi have led to at least 25 fatalities and disrupted flights. The military has been deployed to assist in rescue operations, and the government is providing relief to affected residents.
Overnight flash floods in Nairobi have resulted in at least 23 deaths and caused diversions at the main airport. The military has been deployed to assist after dozens of cars were washed away.
Flash floods in Nairobi have killed at least 23 people, with rescue teams continuing search and recovery operations. The heavy rains have also disrupted flights at the main airport.
Overnight floods in Nairobi have resulted in at least 25 deaths, with rescue teams continuing search and recovery operations. The heavy rains have also disrupted flights at the main airport.
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