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Kenya flash floods death toll tops 45

. NAIROBI: Flash flooding after torrential rains in Kenya has killed at least 45 people and forced hundreds to leave their homes, police said Monday. Torrential rains lashed the Kenyan capital Nairobi late Friday, turning major streets into rivers and …

Hundreds displaced: Kenya flash floods death toll rises to 45

Flash flooding after torrential rains in Kenya has killed at least 45 people and forced hundreds to leave their homes, police said Monday. Torrential rains lashed the Kenyan capital Nairobi late Friday, turning major streets into rivers and flooding …

Met: Rains to reduce but risk of floods still high

Vehicles trapped in the Nairobi Flooding. The risk of flooding and landslides across Kenya remains high this week, the Kenya Meteorological Department has warned. This is despite an expected reduction in rainfall in the coming days. The agency said the …

Death Toll From Devastating Floods In Kenyan Capital, Nairobi Hits 42

The death toll from heavy rains and flooding in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, and other parts of the country has nearly doubled to 42, the government announced in a statement issued late Sunday.  The disaster followed intense rains on Friday that triggered …

Rains to ease this week after weekend floods kill 42

Audio By Vocalize Nairobians find their way to work after sudden short morning rains in the City on March 16, 2023. [Elvis Ogina,Standard] Rain is expected to reduce in intensity and coverage this week, following a weekend of heavy downpours that triggered …

Kenya flash floods death toll rises to 45

Flash flooding after torrential rains in Kenya has killed at least 45 people and forced hundreds to leave their homes, police said Monday. Torrential rains lashed the Kenyan capital Nairobi late Friday, turning major streets into rivers and flooding …

Today in Africa — Mar 9, 2026: 42 Killed in Kenya Floods, Rising Oil Prices From Iran War Threaten Inflation Across ...

NEWS OkayAfrica has scoured the Internet for today’s major news stories, so you don't have to. On Mar 9, coverage includes: Kenya’s flood death toll rising to 42 after torrential rains; surging global oil prices linked to the Iran war threatening …

Amboseli Airstrip closed as floods ground flights

Audio By Vocalize Amboseli National Park's Kimana Gate entrance. [GAA] The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has temporarily suspended flights at the Amboseli Airstrip, in Kajiado, after heavy weekend rains left the facility waterlogged and unsafe for …

Severe flooding in Kenya leaves dozens dead and Maasai Mara elephants wading in water

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Flash floods kill at least 42 in Kenya amid heavy rains – news.cgtn.com

UoN Law School shifts classes online over floods

A screengrab obtained from video of flooded lecturer halls at Parklands The University of Nairobi (UoN) has closed lecture halls at the School of Law in Parklands following last weekend’s massive flooding. UoN’s Dean of the School of Law, Prof Winifred …

KWS Closes Airstrip, Suspends Flights Due to Flooding

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has announced the temporary closure of the main airstrip at Amboseli National Park as a safety precaution amid flooding in the area.  In a statement, the service revealed the airstrip, which serves hundreds of tourists, …

Amboseli Airstrip closed due to floods

Tourists during a visit to the Amboseli National Park/HANDOUT The Amboseli National Park’s airstrip has been temporarily shut down after being flooded due to heavy rains that have hit the country. The Main Amboseli Airstrip is located at the centre of …

42 Dead as Severe Flooding Devastates Kenya, Nairobi

Was Kenya's flood disaster caused by neglect by authorities or are officials managing an unavoidable crisis? Above: People walk around damaged property looking for salvageables in downtown Nairobi on March 7. Image credit: Tony Karumba/AFP/ …

At least 42 people killed in Kenya floods

World The death toll from heavy rains and flooding in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, and elsewhere has nearly doubled to 42, the government said ‌in a statement issued late on Sunday. Intense rains on Friday unleashed widespread flooding, with capital …

Greenpeace Africa mourns Kenya’s flood victims and calls for urgent climate action

Nairobi woke up on Saturday to streets turned to rivers, homes submerged, and families torn apart. At least 42 people have lost their lives, fathers, mothers, children, swept away in a single night of rain. Greenpeace Africa grieves with every family …

At least 25 dead in Kenya after flash floods, flight disruption to Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya — At least 25 people have died after flash flooding in the Kenyan capital caused flight disruption and left motorists stranded for hours. George Seda, the police chief in Nairobi, said some of the victims were drowned and others were …

Death toll from heavy rain, flooding in Kenya climbs to at least 42

Deadly rains and flooding in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya have killed at least 42 people, nearly double the previous toll, the government said in a statement late Sunday. Heavy rains Friday unleashed heavy and widespread flooding, causing ​some people …

Flash floods kill at least 42 in Kenya amid heavy rains

NAIROBI, March 9 (Xinhua) -- Flash floods due to heavy rains pounding several parts of Kenya have killed 42 people across the country, the government said. "In total, 42 deaths have been reported and confirmed by the National Police Service across …

ZEELOOL Launches Healing Blooms: Spring’s Nature-Inspired Eyewear

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spring is in full bloom and ZEELOOL is excited to announce their latest eyewear collection, Healing Blooms. Inspired by the beauty of nature, these frames are designed to not only enhance …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …