Flooding Stories

Death toll in Uganda landslide that buried several villages rises to 28
Reuters  |  Dec 03, 2024

Since October, unusually heavy rains have triggered widespread flooding and landslides in some areas of Uganda.

Met predicts heavy rains and flooding across several regions this weekend
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 23, 2024

Alongside the rainfall, Kenya Met also issued a temperature advisory, warning of cooler temperatures in several regions.

Relief as perennial flood victims in Tana River relocate to new housing units
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 18, 2024

It was a dream come true as 15 new housing units were officially handed over to flood victims on Sunday in an initiative supported by the Tana Peace I...

Four dead, three rescued after sewer line collapses in Shauri Moyo
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 13, 2024

Shocked residents milled around the area where the incident happened.

Kitui Village residents decry poor living condition after state demolished their homes
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 04, 2024

Before the demolition, I had a stable business that allowed me to support my family.

Lamu County wins 2024 Averted Disaster Award for flood, cholera response
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 01, 2024

The World Bank highlighted the crucial role of the Lamu Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) during the severe flooding and cholera outbreak that hit the...

Floods leave hundreds of Garissa farmers struggling to survive
Issa Hussein  |  Jun 23, 2024

The affected farmers in Sankuri faulted the overflow of the Seven Fork Dams for their loss and urged the government to compensate them for the lost ac...

Humanitarian efforts continue as Somalia grapples with effects of Gu rains
Hanifa Adan  |  Jun 03, 2024

At least 201,000 people in 36 districts have been reached with unconditional cash transfers, food and non-food items, cholera prevention and awareness...

Agony of more than 3,000 learners idling in IDP camps in Tana River
Issa Hussein  |  Jun 03, 2024

Some were helping parents fetch water, others playing, and some pensively sitting with their family members inside makeshift shelters at the overcrowd...

Ruto renames drought response committee, extends mandate to all natural disasters
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 21, 2024

Established in 2022, the team will now be referred to as the National Steering Committee on Disaster Response and will handle all natural disasters, n...

KeNHA cautions motorists over falling rocks on Machakos-Kangundo road
Mary Wambui  |  May 14, 2024

The falling rocks are due to the recent heavy downpour experienced in the area.

Flooded Lamu-Garsen Road closed as residents demand urgent repairs
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 13, 2024

The disruption has left hundreds of travelers stranded, highlighting the critical need for immediate repairs to restore connectivity.

Fears over learners' safety ahead of schools reopening as River Tana breaches banks
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 12, 2024

Tana River County Commissioner David Koskei however notes that children from schools affected by the floods will be hosted by neighbouring schools, wh...

Death toll hits 267 as 20 counties brace for more rain
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 10, 2024

Presently, 75 people remain missing, and the displacement of 56,367 households has affected roughly 281,835 individuals.

City Hall ramps up bridge repairs as torrential rains sweep Nairobi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 07, 2024

The Chief Officer of Disaster Management reiterated the government's commitment to minimising disruptions for Nairobians during this challenging perio...

Tears and ruins: Mukuru kwa Reuben residents speak out after forced evictions
Hanifa Adan  |  May 07, 2024

The residents questioned the selective nature of the evacuations, pointing out disparities in treatment between slum dwellers and other residents faci...

OPINION: We are sadly paying the heavy price of ignoring flood warnings
Mohamed Ahmed  |  May 07, 2024

The government must also take care of its people beyond issuing cautionary statements.

Red Cross warns Garissa residents as floods intesify
Issa Hussein  |  May 06, 2024

County Coordinator Daud Ahmed noted that with the River Tana flooding, more water could flow to parts of Garissa and Tana River counties.

Fear grips locals as River Tana waters spill into homes in Galole
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 06, 2024

Gitonga's house is almost entirely submerged in water, forcing him to move his family to a tent as he contemplates where next to move.

State to provide affordable housing to flood victims
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 05, 2024

The government says the programme will specifically target flood victims and allocations will be made on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring im...

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