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Published on 15:14 GMT

Heavy Rains Flood Parts of Nairobi, Major Roads Impassable as Commuters Stranded for Hours

NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 6 – Several parts of Nairobi experienced flooding after a heavy downpour that pounded the city, leaving major roads impassable and stranding hundreds of commuters for hours. The rains, which have intensified in recent days, caused water …

Source: Capital FM Kenya - Pending
Published on 15:16 GMT

Nairobi deploys 4,000 Green Army personnel in major flood response as assessments of affected families continue

NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 7 – The Nairobi City County Government has intensified its flood response by deploying more than 4,000 Green Army personnel to unclog drainage systems, remove waste from rivers and open up waterways to improve water flow across the city …

Source: Capital FM Kenya - Pending
Published on 15:14 GMT

Sifuna says Nairobi deadly floods expose leadership failures

NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 7 — Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has admitted that the devastating floods that hit Nairobi overnight reflect leadership failures, as authorities continue to assess the damage and rising death toll. Sifuna who is also the ODM Senator, …

Source: Capital FM Kenya - Pending
Published on 16:54 GMT

Heavy rains to persist through weekend, Kenya Met warns

Audio By Vocalize Heavy rains to persist through weekend, Kenya Met warns. [File, Standard] Heavy rainfall being experienced in several parts of the country is expected to continue through the weekend, the Kenya Meteorological Department has warned. In an …

Source: The Standard - Indeterminate
Published on 15:08 GMT

Heavy rains to pound Kenya until Monday, March 9

Swollen river along the Nairobi-Mombasa highway at Sultan Hamud in Makueni county on March 7, 2026 The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has warned that heavy rainfall will persist across much of the country over the weekend, keeping the risk of …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on 19:09 GMT

Death Toll From Nairobi Floods Jumps to 23 Amid Conflicting Reports

The National Police Service (NPS) has confirmed recovering 13 more bodies by Saturday afternoon, pushing the death toll from Friday night's heavy rainfall to 23 bodies. The floods, which were coupled with a lack of a proper drainage system in the …

Source: Kenyans.co.ke - Neutral
Published on 19:11 GMT

CS Ruku Orders Immediate Changes, Calls Emergency Meeting After Nairobi Floods

The Ministry of Public Service has directed all sub-counties to establish public information desks and emergency response centres hours after Nairobi was submerged by heavy floods. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has directed Deputy County …

Source: Kenyans.co.ke - Neutral
Published on 15:14 GMT

Death toll from Nairobi floods rises to 23

NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 7 – The death toll following heavy overnight rains that triggered severe flooding across Nairobi and surrounding areas, has risen to 23 fatalities. National Police Service Spokesman Muchiri Nyagah says the most affected areas include …

Source: Capital FM Kenya - Pending
Published on 14:07 GMT

Floods in Kenya kill 10, disrupt flights at airport

In the industrial neighbourhood of Grogan, security guard John Lomayan, 34, looked at the body of ‌an elderly man ‌he recognised - ⁠a roadside egg seller - trapped beneath a car that had been washed away when the Nairobi River burst its banks in Kenya…

Source: Southern Cross - Pending
Published on 13:01 GMT

Makueni: 7 people killed as floods sweep away residents after rivers burst banks amid heavy rains

At least seven people have died in Makueni county after being swept away by raging floodwaters over the past two weeks The latest victim, 67-year-old Bernard Wambua, was swept away while attempting to cross the swollen Isuuni River after finishing work …

Source: TUKO - Neutral
Published on 17:53 GMT

Sudden floods in Nairobi claimed 23 lives and disrupted operations at the main airport

Volunteers pulled bodies from flooded areas of Nairobi on Saturday after flash floods that began overnight killed at least 23 people, swept away dozens of cars, and disrupted flights at East Africa's largest airport. This was reported by Reuters, …

Source: UNN - Neutral
Published on 18:54 GMT

Flash floods in Nairobi kill 23, disrupt flights at major airport

By Thomas Mukoya and Monica Mwangi NAIROBI, March 7 (Reuters) - Aid workers pulled bodies from floodwaters across Nairobi on Saturday after flash floods that began ‌overnight killed at least 23 people, swept away dozens of cars and disrupted ‌flights at …

Source: Yahoo News - Center-left
Published on 18:36 GMT

Military deployed after heavy flash flooding hits Nairobi leaving hundreds stranded

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Published on 15:19 GMT

At least 10 dead as President Ruto deploys military for flood rescue in Nairobi

NAIROBI, March 8 — At least 10 people have died following heavy rains that pounded Nairobi overnight, with eight bodies recovered so far, including two victims who were electrocuted, police said. The scale of the crisis prompted President William Ruto to …

Source: Capital FM Kenya - Pending
Published on 09:26 GMT

10 killed in Nairobi floods as heavy rains paralyse city

Audio By Vocalize Vehicles remain partially submerged in floodwaters after heavy rainfall caused severe water accumulation on streets in Nairobi, Kenya, on March 06, 2026. [AFP] At least 10 people have died in Nairobi after heavy rains triggered flooding …

Source: The Standard - Indeterminate
Published on 08:18 GMT

10 people killed in Nairobi as heavy overnight rains trigger floods

Ten people have been confirmed dead in Nairobi following the devastating floods that struck the city on Friday. Nairobi Police Commander George Seda said eight of the victims were swept away by fast-rising floodwaters, with some dying while inside vehicles …

Source: Citizen TV Kenya - Pending
Published on 09:21 GMT

Gov’t directs sub-counties to set up flood emergency response centres

The government has directed all sub-counties across the country to establish emergency response and assistance centres to mitigate the impact of ongoing heavy rains and floods. In a statement, Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku said the move is part of the …

Source: Kenya Broadcasting Corporation - Pro-Government
Published on 08:39 GMT

Military deployed after deadly flooding in Kenyan capital

George Seda, the chief of police in Nairobi, said six people had drowned and two others were electrocuted, warning that the death toll may rise as search and rescue operations continue. Mr Seda also said that more than 100 vehicles were damaged, with some …

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Published on 16:38 GMT

At least 23 die in Kenyan capital flash floods

At least 23 people were killed in flash flooding overnight in the capital Nairobi, police said Saturday, amid search and rescue operations and widespread devastation. Torrential rains lashed the city late on Friday, turning major streets into rivers and …

Source: South China Morning Post - Indeterminate

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 18:30 GMT

Levelynx Launches Affordable 60GHz Radar Flood Monitoring and Early Warning System for Cities and Counties

Water level monitoring system brings industrial-grade accuracy to communities without capital equipment costs FISCHER, TX, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Levelynx, a Texas-based water monitoring technology company, today …

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 18:18 GMT

Dual Restoration Highlights 2026 Flood Restoration Trends for Multi-Unit Building Flood Events Across NYC

Dual Restoration releases a 2026 trend brief outlining updated flood restoration practices for multi-unit buildings facing complex water losses across NYC. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dual Restoration, an …

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 19:04 GMT

DEQ Flood Resiliency Blueprint to hold public information session

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Flood Resiliency Blueprint program (Blueprint) will hold a public information session on March 25 at 6 p.m. to provide an overview of the state’s science-based and stakeholder-driven flood …

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Published on March 2, 2026 - 07:12 GMT

Explore Next-Gen Innovations with a Premier China Stake Flood Light Supplier at GILE 2026

ZHONGSHAN, GUANGDONG, CHINA, March 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global lighting landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the dual imperatives of energy efficiency and intelligent urban integration. As municipalities and …

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Published on March 7, 2026 - 02:08 GMT

Governor Stein Announces $40 Million for Disaster Relief and Mitigation, Volunteer Organizations

Today Governor Josh Stein announced the recipients of more than $24 million in mitigation grants from the Disaster Relief and Mitigation Fund as well as $16 million in grant funding to volunteer organizations active in rebuilding homes during the Governor’ …

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Published on March 1, 2026 - 07:13 GMT

Deadly Floods, Landslides Devastate Brazil’s Minas Gerais State

(MENAFN) Severe rainfall in southeastern Brazil’s Minas Gerais state has claimed the lives of 70 people, with at least three others reported missing, according to reports from local authorities. The city of Juiz de Fora has been the hardest hit, recording …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 19:19 GMT

Flood Mitigation Project in Westchester County

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that major construction has been completed on a $25 million project to enhance safety and reduce flooding along a key stretch of a U.S. Route 6/State Route 202 in Westchester County. The project — which was completed …

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Published on March 1, 2026 - 07:04 GMT

Brazil Flood Death Toll Hits 68

(MENAFN) The death toll from devastating rainfall that tore through Brazil's southeastern state of Minas Gerais has surged to 68, local authorities confirmed Friday, with rescue teams still combing through wreckage in a desperate search for survivors. …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 18:30 GMT

Levelynx Launches Affordable 60GHz Radar Flood Monitoring and Early Warning System for Cities and Counties

Water level monitoring system brings industrial-grade accuracy to communities without capital equipment costs FISCHER, TX, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Levelynx, a Texas-based water monitoring technology company, today …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

180 Years Later, the Donner Party Speaks for Themselves

Capital Books Press publishes two landmark survivor accounts for the 180th anniversary of America's most haunting pioneer disaster SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On October 28, 1846, 87 California-bound pioneers …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 08:00 GMT

Geospatial industry’s most persistent data discovery bottlenecks tackled — Spatineo launches AI-powered GIS search tool

Built on 15 years of geospatial infrastructure expertise, the Spatineo Descovery streamlines spatial data discovery and integration directly within ArcGIS Pro. HELSINKI, UUSIMAA, FINLAND, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spatineo, a …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 06:36 GMT

GiveDirectly Prepares Emergency Cash Relief for Families Affected by Middle East Conflict

Leading Direct Cash Nonprofit Is Currently Monitoring Three Regions for Rapid Cash Deployment as US-Israeli Strikes on Iran Displace Over 100,000 People NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GiveDirectly, one of the …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 16:42 GMT

Moore Firm Redesigns Website to Better Serve McAllen, Dallas, and Austin Property Damage Victims

Redesigned website improves clarity and access to property damage claim information for victims in McAllen, Dallas, and Austin. MCALLEN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moore Law Firm has announced the launch of a fully …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 13:35 GMT

Disaster Emergency Services Marks 3rd Anniversary, Salvation Army Partnership, Launch of Restoration Tech in St. Louis

DES is the rapid-response cleanup team and technologically advanced advocate for property owners navigating the complex aftermath of a disaster. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Disaster Emergency Services (DES), a …

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Published on March 4, 2026 - 23:09 GMT

US Special Rescue Announces Executive Board Members

US Special Rescue, a private company which provides advanced training in special needs emergency response, announces the addition of Executive Board Members. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- US Special Rescue, a …

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Published on March 4, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Flash Forest Launches the Forestry Intelligence Service, Replacing Forestry Survey Guesswork with Census-Level Precision

Canada’s leading automated reforestation company introduces an innovative new service to help modernize Silviculture Effectiveness Monitoring. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Flash Forest, Canada’s leading automated …

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Published on March 4, 2026 - 14:26 GMT

2026 ‘National Snow Guards Safety Month’ Shines Spotlight on Homeowner Safety

ENGLEWOOD, CO, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the second year, Rocky Mountain Snow Guards, Inc., a leader in the snow retention industry, is hosting National Snow Guards Safety Month during the month of March. The focus on the …

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Published on March 4, 2026 - 08:10 GMT

Tomato and pepper production faces emerging threats

DSMZ: Novel virus strains overcome key crop resistance genes BRAUNSCHWEIG, LOWER SAXONY AREA, GERMANY, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A research team composed of plant virologists from the Plant Virus Department at Leibniz Institute DSMZ-German …

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Published on March 4, 2026 - 06:15 GMT

ALLATRA and Bolivia Launch Strategic Cooperation on Climate Security

LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Paz, Bolivia, February 25, 2025 — The Vice Ministry of Civil Defense of Bolivia and the ALLATRA Global Research Center (ALLATRA GRC) are launching a joint cooperation program aimed at …

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Published on March 4, 2026 - 00:40 GMT

Tarps Plus Highlights the Essential Role of Tarps in Spring Construction and Agricultural Operations

Tarps Plus outlines how heavy-duty tarp solutions support construction sites and agricultural operations during peak spring season. GEORGETOWN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As spring construction schedules accelerate and …

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 21:08 GMT

What Super Bowl LX Taught Bay Area Security Teams, and Why It Matters Before the World Cup

Coalition coordinated across 11 counties during Super Bowl; NCRIC Exec Dir calls for system modernization in testimony REDWOOD CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the Bay Area prepares to host FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at …

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 08:00 GMT

Solara Remote Data Delivery and Skylo Announce Certification Agreement

Milestone marks key step to Solara offering cost-effective 3GPP satellite coverage to customers not served by cell towers BARCELONA, SPAIN, March 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tom Tessier, President, Solara Remote Data Delivery Inc., announces …

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Published on March 2, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

Asheville & Greenville Roofing Contractor Hatch Homes Attends 2026 Owens Corning Education Event in Charlotte

Serving Asheville, NC and Greenville, SC, Hatch Homes attended UNC Charlotte for Owens Corning training on roofing systems and storm protection. ASHEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, March 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Asheville and Greenville roofing …

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Published on March 2, 2026 - 17:27 GMT

Charlotte Roofing Contractor Hatch Homes Completes Advanced 2026 Owens Corning Contractor Training at UNC Charlotte

Charlotte, NC roofing contractor Hatch Homes completed advanced training at UNC Charlotte on roofing standards, ventilation, and storm performance. CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, March 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Charlotte roofing contractor …

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Published on March 2, 2026 - 14:15 GMT

Altitude Water Founder & CEO Jeff Szur Announced as 2026 Disasters Expo Miami Judge

Szur Will Offer His Expertise in the Realm of Disaster Relief and What Communities Can Do to Be More Proactive LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, UNITED STATES, March 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Szur, the dedicated Founder and CEO of South Florida’s …

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Published on February 28, 2026 - 21:09 GMT

Social Grant Increases Confirmed in Budget 2026 – Effective April 2026

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, February 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The South African government has confirmed increases to several social grants during the #Budget2026 announcement, effective from 1 April 2026. These increases will provide important …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 00:24 GMT

FFRP Takes Action to Combat Growing Fire Risk in California

FFRP Deploys New Wildfire Responders While Advancing AB 2483 to Strengthen Hiring Pathways. CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD FOR FFRP SAY'S "WE'RE READY!" LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As …

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Published on February 26, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

One805LIVE! Expands to Two-Day Benefit Concert as Early Talent Sets the Stage for a Spectacular 2026 Lineup

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo and George Thorogood lead early talent announcements as organizers hint at additional major acts in discussion SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One805LIVE!, the annual benefit …

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