At least 28 people have died after torrential rains triggered devastating floods in Nairobi, Kenyan authorities confirmed Sunday. Rescue teams are racing against time to search for survivors across multiple neighborhoods of East Africa's bustling capital.
"This is one of the most severe weather emergencies we've faced this year," a police spokesperson told local media on March 8, as waterlogged streets transformed into raging rivers overnight. The disaster comes during Kenya's traditional rainy season, which has intensified in recent years due to climate patterns.
Emergency workers used inflatable boats to reach stranded residents, while social media footage showed submerged vehicles and collapsed market stalls. Meteorologists warn more rainfall is expected this week across the region.
Young volunteers have mobilized through platforms like Twitter and WhatsApp to coordinate relief efforts, showcasing how digital natives are responding to crises. The floods have disrupted mobile networks in some areas, complicating rescue operations.
