KATHMANDU: Officials in Kenya have reported that over 40 people have lost their lives after a . The catastrophic event resulted in homes being swept away and roads being rendered impassable.
Nakuru county governor Susan Kihika stated that the death toll stands at 42, but cautioned that this figure is likely to rise as rescue efforts continue. She described the estimate as conservative and indicated that there are still individuals trapped in the mud.
The dam burst in Kamuchiri village has added to the toll of devastation caused by floods across Kenya over the past month. With over 100 people already reported dead due to flooding, the situation remains dire.
Rescue teams are currently engaged in the challenging task of searching for survivors amidst the debris and mud in the affected village near Mai Mahiu town, located approximately 60 kilometers (37 miles) from the capital city of Nairobi. Their efforts are ongoing as they navigate through the aftermath of the disaster.
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