ALBAWABA- Flash floods triggered by relentless heavy rains have devastated parts of Kenya, leaving at least 100 people dead and submerging entire villages, authorities said on Wednesday.
The death toll has risen sharply in recent days after rivers burst their banks across western regions, particularly around Kisumu and neighboring counties. Officials said floodwaters swept through homes and farmland, trapping residents and forcing mass evacuations.
In some of the worst-hit areas, the Nyando River overflowed, inundating communities in Ahero and Nyakach. Entire villages were left underwater as residents fled advancing floodwaters. More than 4,500 people have been displaced in the region, while at least 90 individuals were rescued from rising waters. Emergency teams continue search and rescue operations amid ongoing downpours.
"Entire villages underwater" - At least 88 killed as flash floods devastate western Kenya
Authorities say more than 4,500 people have been displaced, with 90 rescued from rising waters, while over 3,500 hectares of farmland have been destroyed. pic.twitter.com/HNpPZEuMXO— Viory Video (@vioryvideo) March 25, 2026
Nationwide, the scale of the disaster continues to grow. According to the Interior Ministry, more than 34,000 people have been displaced across at least 21 counties. Over 3,500 hectares of farmland have been destroyed, with crops washed away, raising serious concerns over food security in key agricultural zones.
Critical infrastructure has also been damaged. Major transport routes, including sections of the Kericho–Awasi–Kisumu highway and the Ahero Bridge, have been submerged or destroyed, disrupting movement and relief efforts.
The government has placed the country on high alert, deploying security forces and humanitarian agencies to assist affected communities. Meteorological officials warn that heavy rains are expected to continue in the coming days, increasing the risk of further flooding and landslides.
