Kenya Grapples with Severe Flooding; Government Orders Evacuations

President William Ruto has mandated the evacuation of all riverside homes as floods claim nearly 170 lives and displace over 150,000 people.

Torrential rains in Kenya have resulted in catastrophic flooding, killing at least 169 individuals and displacing thousands since March.
The most severe incident occurred when water burst through a blocked river tunnel, killing 48 people in southwestern Kenya.
The Kenya Meteorological Department attributes the intense rainfall to a positive Indian Ocean Dipole and exacerbated by climate change.
Authorities are struggling to manage the disaster, with ongoing evacuations and aid efforts in affected regions.
President Ruto has convened a special cabinet meeting to address the crisis, emphasizing the need for better preparation and response to climate-related disasters.