At least 42 people lost their lives after being swept by raging floods in Nairobi following heavy rainfall that pounded the city on March 6, 2026.
In an update by the government on March 8, Nairobi recorded the highest number of fatalities with the number standing at 26.
Ten deaths were reported in Eastern region, 3 in Rift Valley, 1 person Nyanza and 1 case in Mombasa.
Also reported were major road damages and bridges in Baringo, Bomet, West Pokot, Laikipia, Marsabit, Taita-Taveta, Kirinyaga, Kiambu and parts of Nyanza region.
The Kenya Meteorological Department said the heavy rainfall will continue for two days, with isolated heavy storms expected.
The most affected areas in Nairobi, it said, are Westlands, Dagoreti, Embakasi, Kibra, Roysambu and Kasarani.
On Saturday, Kenya Red Cross reported heavy rainfall causing flooding in several city estates and surrounding areas, leading to road closures, property damage, displacement and distress among affected communities.
